Maui's North Shore (Hoʻokipa) and Kihei Shore (Makena) see solid surf (4.8-5.4ft). Patchy rain (73% chance) and steady E winds (13 mph) make for wet, windy conditions. Stick to scenic walks, sheltered spots, or lifeguarded areas. Ocean conditions vary-check with lifeguards before entering.
Maui's shores are active today, with Hoʻokipa (North Shore) seeing solid 4.8ft surf and Makena (Kihei Shore) at 5.4ft with strong shorebreak-swimming is risky at both. Patchy rain (73% chance) and steady E winds (13 mph) make for wet, windy conditions. Stick to scenic beach walks, sheltered spots like Baldwin Beach, or lifeguarded areas. A recent offshore earthquake (magnitude 4.6) caused shaking but no tsunami warning or beach closures. 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 confidenceAvoid water at Hoʻokipa (4.8ft waves) and Makena (5.4ft waves with strong shorebreak). Stick to scenic walks at Baldwin Beach or D.T. Fleming Park. Pack rain gear (73% chance), sunscreen, and water-winds are steady (13 mph). Check with lifeguards before entering the water. Recent earthquake caused no beach closures, but ocean conditions vary.
Makena State Park is the safest option for families, with lifeguards and a spacious shoreline. Keep children close to shore and avoid water contact due to shorebreak. Hoʻokipa is best for watching surfers from the overlook. Pack snacks, water, and rain gear-conditions are wet and ocean conditions vary.
Hoʻokipa's 4.8ft waves are suitable for experienced surfers/windsurfers, but caution is advised due to wind chop. Avoid water at Makena due to strong shorebreak. Monitor wind conditions-steady E winds (13 mph) may create challenging conditions. Recent earthquake caused no beach closures, but verify conditions with lifeguards.
Maui's North Shore (Hoʻokipa) has solid 4.8ft surf, while the Kihei Shore (Makena) sees 5.4ft waves with strong shorebreak-swimming is risky at both. E winds (13 mph) create moderate chop. Verify conditions with lifeguards before entering. A recent magnitude-4.6 earthquake offshore the Big Island caused shaking but no tsunami warning or beach closures for Maui.
Patchy rain dominates Maui today (73% chance at Makena, 17% at Hoʻokipa), with steady E winds (13 mph). Temperatures range from 70-75°F. Pack rain gear, sunscreen, and water-conditions are ideal for scenic beach walks but ocean conditions vary by shore.
A magnitude-4.6 earthquake struck offshore the Big Island, with shaking reported across parts of Maui. No tsunami warning or beach closures were issued. Local news includes a federal crackdown on aircraft lasing in Hawaii and a bonded pair of dogs available for adoption at the Hawaiian Humane Society. No active ocean safety advisories for Maui.
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.