Makena State Park
Maui · Best window: morning
high confidence- Lifeguards on duty for safety updates
- Expansive shoreline for dry beach walks (if rain pauses)
- Scenic views of Molokini and Kahoʻolawe
- Sheltered from strong southerly winds in the morning
Maui faces persistent rain, flooding risks, and unsafe ocean conditions. Ocean Safety Division advises against water activities.
Maui is still under a flood watch through today, with 4 to 10 inches of rain already recorded in Kahului and more expected. Ocean conditions remain hazardous due to strong southerly winds, elevated surf, and a brown-water advisory. The Ocean Safety Division urges visitors to avoid swimming or entering the water unless a beach is explicitly marked open. If you're on the island, prioritize indoor activities or dry beach walks—just avoid 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 advisories lift 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 4.1-foot waves, which are moderate for the North Shore but unsafe for swimming or surfing due to runoff and bacteria. Makena State Park has 4.3-foot waves with a powerful shorebreak, making it dangerous for all water activities. The Ocean Safety Division advises against entering the water unless a beach is explicitly marked open. Lifeguards are on duty at Makena and Kamaole for real-time updates, but caution is essential.
Maui remains under a flood watch through today, with 4 to 10 inches of rain already recorded in Kahului and more expected. Patchy rain continues, with temperatures in the low 70s°F and southerly winds at 3–4 mph. Rain chances remain high (100%), and flash flooding is possible, particularly in low-lying areas. The National Weather Service warns of potential landslides and impassable roads. Afternoon trades may pick up, but heavy rain and overcast skies will dominate.
Maui County shelters remain open at South Maui Community Park Gym, Lahaina Civic Center, Helene Hall, and Mayor Hannibal Tavares Community Center. Paratransit services are available for select shelters—call (808) 877-7651 for reservations. The National Weather Service has extended the flood watch and high wind warning for Maui, with strong southerly winds creating dangerous surf and rip currents. Flash flooding and landslides are possible, particularly in areas still recovering from March storms. 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.