Surf, weather, safety alerts, and the best beaches for 2026-07-17.
Maui's beaches are delivering calm ocean conditions today, with small waves and light chop. However, a coastal-flooding alert remains in effect through the evening due to higher-than-predicted tides, causing minor flooding on low-lying roads and shorelines. Avoid driving through flooded areas and stay clear of inundated beach sections. No active advisories are in place, but always check with lifeguards before entering the water. Scenic walks at Makena, Baldwin, or D.T. Fleming Park are your best bet for a safe, beautiful day.
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medium confidenceMaui's beaches are experiencing calm ocean conditions today, with small waves and light chop. Hoʻokipa (North Shore) has solid 5ft surf, while Makena (Kihei Shore) shows moderate 3.6ft waves. A coastal-flooding alert remains in effect through the evening due to higher-than-predicted tides, causing minor flooding on low-lying roads and shorelines. Avoid driving through flooded areas and stay clear of inundated beach sections. No active advisories are in place, but always verify conditions with lifeguards before entering the water. [Confidence: high]
Partly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging from 72-74°F. E winds (10-10.3mph) and a low rain chance (19-23%) make for breezy but pleasant conditions. Pack sunscreen, water, and a light jacket-afternoons may see slightly stronger winds. [Confidence: high]
Minor coastal flooding is affecting low-lying roads and shorelines across Maui due to higher-than-predicted tides. Avoid driving through flooded areas. Meanwhile, Lahaina hosts a weekend of community healing and connection events-check local listings for details. South Kihei businesses continue to struggle months after a sinkhole closure. [Confidence: medium]
Disclaimer: This update is generated using AI and automated data sources including weather APIs, surf forecasts, and news feeds. It is not professional safety advice. Ocean conditions change rapidly and may differ from what is described here. Always check with on-site lifeguards, observe posted warning signs, and consult official sources such as the National Weather Service before entering the water. HawaiiYeah assumes no liability for injury, loss, or damage arising from use of this information. See our full disclaimer.