Maui update · 2026-04-14

Maui Update: Flood Watch Continues—Indoor Plans Best as Rain Persists

Maui's flood watch extends through today with heavy rain, strong southerly winds, and hazardous ocean conditions. Indoor activities recommended.

Maui Update: Flood Watch Continues—Indoor Plans Best as Rain Persists beach conditions image

Maui is still under a flood watch through today, with heavy rain, strong southerly winds, and dangerous ocean conditions. The National Weather Service warns of localized flash flooding, landslides, and impassable roads. Ocean Safety advises against entering the water due to elevated bacteria levels from runoff and strong surf. 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.

Recommended Beaches

Neighborhood: Makena

Makena State Park

Maui · Best window: morning

medium 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
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Neighborhood: Paia

Baldwin Beach Park

Maui · Best window: morning

medium confidence
  • Less exposed to strong southerly winds
  • Picnic areas for dry outdoor time (if weather allows)
  • Family-friendly with lifeguard presence
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Neighborhood: Kihei

Kamaole

Maui · Best window: morning

medium confidence
  • Lifeguards available for safety checks
  • Amenities like restrooms and showers
  • Sandy shoreline for relaxing (if dry)
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Hanakaoʻo Park

Maui · Best window: midday

low confidence
  • Less crowded alternative
  • Scenic views for photos (if weather clears briefly)
  • Calmer waters for wading (if safe)
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Who Is This Update For?

🏄 Beginners

Avoid 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.

👨‍👩‍👧 Families

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.

🌊 Experienced

Ocean conditions are unsafe due to elevated bacteria levels, strong southerly winds, and hazardous surf. Postpone water activities until advisories lift and conditions stabilize.

Full Briefing

Ocean Conditions

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Maui’s ocean remains hazardous due to an islandwide brown-water advisory, strong southerly winds, and elevated surf. Hoʻokipa Beach Park reports 3.4-foot waves, which are moderate for the North Shore but unsafe for swimming or surfing due to runoff and bacteria. Makena State Park has 2.9-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.

Weather Snapshot

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Maui remains under a flood watch through today, with heavy rain and strong southerly winds. Temperatures are in the low 70s°F, with winds at 5–10 mph. Rain chances remain high (70–90%), and flash flooding is still possible, particularly in low-lying areas. The National Weather Service warns of potential landslides and impassable roads. Overcast skies and scattered showers will dominate the day.

News To Know

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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.

What Changed Since Yesterday

Quick Hits

  • Flood watch in effect for Maui through today—avoid low-lying areas.
  • Islandwide brown-water advisory: Do not enter the ocean.
  • Heavy rain continues: Flash flooding still possible.
  • Lifeguards on duty at Makena and Kamaole for safety updates.
  • Maui County shelters open for storm preparedness.

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.

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