Maui’s coastal waters are still under a brown-water advisory after last week’s Kona Low storms. Avoid ocean activities—focus on indoor plans or dry beach walks.
Maui’s beaches remain under a brown-water advisory today, with state health officials warning of elevated bacteria levels from storm runoff. Ocean Safety advises against swimming, surfing, or snorkeling until conditions improve. While skies are partly cloudy with a chance of rain, the ocean is still unsafe. If you’re on the island, prioritize indoor activities or dry beach walks—just steer clear of 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 and hazardous conditions. Stick to indoor attractions or dry beach walks until advisories lift.
If visiting the beach, stay on the sand and avoid water contact. Makena State Park offers sheltered picnic areas for dry outdoor time. Monitor children closely near shorelines.
Ocean conditions are unsafe due to elevated bacteria levels, strong surf, and possible debris. Postpone water activities until advisories lift and conditions stabilize.
Maui’s ocean remains hazardous due to an islandwide brown-water advisory. Hoʻokipa Beach Park and Makena State Park both report moderate 3-4 foot waves, but the water is unsafe for swimming, surfing, or snorkeling due to storm runoff and elevated bacteria levels. Ocean Safety 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. The advisory is expected to persist until water quality improves.
Maui’s weather is partly cloudy with temperatures in the low 70s°F and winds at 10-11 mph from the east. Rain chances are high (75-100%), particularly near Hoʻokipa and Makena. Trade winds are moderate, making mornings the best time for dry beach walks. Conditions are improving, but the brown-water advisory remains the primary concern.
Maui’s brown-water advisory persists, with health officials warning of elevated bacteria levels from storm runoff. No major road closures or flooding are reported on Maui, but ocean activities remain unsafe. Local sports news highlights the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors clinching the Big West Regular Season Title and the Rainbow Wahine Softball Team earning their 13th conference win of the season.
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.