Makena State Park
Maui · Best window: morning
high confidence- Expansive shoreline for scenic walks (3.9ft waves-strong shorebreak, avoid water)
- Lifeguards on duty for safety updates
- Food trucks and paid parking available for convenience
Surf, weather, safety alerts, and the best beaches for 2026-06-08.
Maui's ocean conditions remain steady today, with Hoʻokipa's North Shore holding solid 5.6ft surf and Makena's Kihei Shore at 3.9ft-both too powerful for casual swimming. Steady E winds (11mph) and light rain (11-14% chance) make for breezy but dry conditions. Stick to scenic beach walks, sheltered spots like Baldwin Beach, or lifeguarded areas. No active ocean safety advisories, but verify conditions with lifeguards before entering the water. Pack a windbreaker and sunscreen-ocean conditions are best enjoyed from shore.
Maui · Best window: morning
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medium confidenceMaui's shores see steady surf today. Hoʻokipa (North Shore) has solid 5.6ft waves, while Makena (Kihei Shore) holds 3.9ft surf with strong shorebreak-swimming is not recommended at either. E winds (11mph) create moderate chop. No active ocean safety advisories, but verify conditions with lifeguards before entering. Avoid water if inexperienced.
Light rain lingers on Maui today (11-14% chance), with steady E winds (11mph). Temperatures range from 71-76°F. Pack a windbreaker and sunscreen-conditions are ideal for scenic beach walks but ocean conditions are best enjoyed from shore.
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake in the Philippines was assessed by PTWC as posing no tsunami threat to Hawaii. Atlantis Submarines has restarted tours in Lahaina, offering underwater views of thriving sea life. Wailea Beach was ranked fourth in Dr. Beach's 2026 list of the best U.S. beaches. No active ocean safety advisories for Maui.
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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.