Makena State Park
Maui · Best window: morning
medium confidence- Calmer waters ideal for cautious beachgoers
- Lifeguards on duty for safety updates
- Expansive shoreline for walking and relaxing
Patchy rain and a lingering brown-water advisory make Maui’s ocean risky today. Opt for indoor plans or safe beach visits with caution.

Maui is seeing patchy rain today, and an islandwide brown-water advisory remains in effect after recent storms. While beaches are open, ocean conditions may be unsafe due to elevated bacteria levels. If you’re heading out, stick to calmer shores and check with lifeguards before entering the water. Otherwise, consider indoor activities until conditions improve.
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medium confidenceAvoid entering the water today due to the brown-water advisory. Stick to beach walks or indoor activities until conditions improve.
If visiting the beach, stay on the sand and avoid water contact. Baldwin Beach Park offers space for picnics and sheltered areas from wind.
Check with lifeguards before entering the water. Even calm shores may have unsafe bacterial levels. Consider postponing water activities.
Maui’s ocean remains under an islandwide brown-water advisory due to elevated bacteria levels from recent storms. Hoʻokipa Beach Park has moderate 3.5-foot waves, while Makena State Park sees 2.6-foot waves. Both spots are risky for swimming or snorkeling today. Lifeguards are on duty at Makena and Kamaole for safety updates.
Patchy rain is expected across Maui today, with temperatures ranging from 71.5°F to 73.7°F. Winds are moderate at 7.8–8.3 mph from the ENE, and rain chances are high (78–88%). Afternoon trades may pick up, making mornings the best time for beach visits if conditions allow.
A new storm system is forecast to bring heavy rain to Maui starting Tuesday or Wednesday, increasing the risk of flash flooding. The islandwide brown-water advisory remains in effect, so avoid entering the ocean until further notice. Kīlauea Volcano on Hawaiʻi Island is also showing signs of an impending eruption, though it poses no immediate threat to Maui.
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.