Makena State Park
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- Expansive shoreline for dry beach walks
- Scenic views of Molokini and Kahoʻolawe
- Sheltered from strong southerly winds
Maui faces persistent heavy rain and flooding risks through Friday. Ocean conditions remain unsafe due to runoff and bacteria. Prioritize indoor activities.
Maui remains under a flood watch through Friday, with heavy rain forecast to bring 4 to 10 inches of precipitation, particularly in Kahului. Ocean conditions are unsafe due to an ongoing brown-water advisory and strong southerly winds creating hazardous surf. If you're on the island, focus on indoor activities or dry beach walks—just avoid entering the water. Lifeguards are on duty at key beaches for real-time updates, but caution is essential.
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medium confidenceAvoid ocean activities entirely due to the brown-water advisory, strong southerly winds, and flood risks. Stick to indoor attractions or dry beach walks until conditions improve.
If visiting the beach, stay on the sand and avoid water contact. Baldwin Beach Park offers sheltered picnic areas for dry outdoor time. Monitor children closely near shorelines.
Ocean conditions are unsafe due to elevated bacteria levels, strong southerly winds, and hazardous surf. Postpone water activities until the advisory lifts and conditions stabilize.
Maui’s ocean remains hazardous due to an islandwide brown-water advisory, strong southerly winds, and elevated surf. Hoʻokipa Beach Park reports 4.8-foot waves, which are solid for the North Shore but unsafe for swimming or surfing due to runoff and bacteria. Makena State Park has moderate 3.7-foot waves, but the shorebreak is powerful and dangerous. Lifeguards are on duty at Makena and Kamaole for real-time safety updates, but all ocean activities are strongly discouraged.
Maui is under a flood watch through Friday, with 4 to 10 inches of rain forecast for Kahului and surrounding areas. Patchy rain is expected today, with temperatures in the low 70s°F and southerly winds at 5–8 mph. Rain chances remain high (64–89%), and flash flooding is possible, particularly in low-lying areas. Afternoon trades may pick up, but heavy rain and overcast skies will dominate.
State and county officials are urging residents and visitors to prepare for heavy rain and potential flooding. A statewide flood watch is in effect through Friday, with strong southerly winds creating dangerous surf and rip currents. The National Weather Service warns of flash flooding and landslides, particularly in areas still recovering from March storms. Maui County has not announced sandbag distributions, but visitors should monitor local alerts and avoid low-lying areas. The brown-water advisory remains in effect, making ocean activities unsafe.
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.