Surf, weather, safety alerts, and the best beaches for 2026-06-02.
Maui's south shores are under a High Surf Advisory, with waves expected to build to 10-14ft by midweek. Today, Hoʻokipa (North Shore) has solid 4.8ft surf, while Makena (Kihei Shore) sees 4.2ft waves with strong shorebreak-swimming is risky at both. Patchy rain (73% chance) and steady E winds (12-13 mph) make for wet, windy conditions. Stick to scenic beach walks, sheltered spots like Baldwin Beach, or lifeguarded areas. Pack rain gear, sunscreen, and caution-ocean conditions vary by shore, and lifeguards are your best source for real-time updates.
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medium confidenceMaui's south shores are under a High Surf Advisory, with waves expected to build to 10-14ft by midweek. Today, Hoʻokipa (North Shore) has solid 4.8ft surf, while Makena (Kihei Shore) sees 4.2ft waves with strong shorebreak-swimming is risky at both. E winds (12-13 mph) create moderate chop. Verify conditions with lifeguards before entering-waves and winds may ease slightly by midday, but rain (73% chance) could impact visibility.
Patchy rain dominates Maui today (73% chance), with steady E winds (12-13 mph). Temperatures range from 75-78°F. Pack rain gear, sunscreen, and water-conditions are ideal for scenic beach walks but ocean conditions vary by shore. High Surf Advisory means waves will build significantly by midweek.
A High Surf Advisory is in effect for Maui's south shores, with waves expected to build to 10-14ft by midweek. Use caution in the water-conditions will worsen. Crime news from Oahu and the Big Island does not impact Maui beach safety. Hurricane season is underway-monitor updates for Pacific activity.
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.