Makena State Park
Maui · Best window: morning
high confidence- Expansive shoreline for scenic walks (3.7ft waves-strong shorebreak, avoid water)
- Lifeguards on duty for safety updates
- Food trucks and paid parking available
Maui's beaches hold moderate surf today (3.5-3.7ft). Light ENE winds (7-8mph) and patchy rain create ideal conditions for scenic walks. Avoid water at Hoʻokipa and Makena-stick to shore views.
Maui's ocean conditions remain steady today, with moderate surf at Hoʻokipa (3.5ft) and Makena (3.7ft)-both too powerful for casual swimming. Light ENE winds (7-8mph) and a slight chance of patchy rain (16-21%) make for comfortable conditions for scenic beach walks or sheltered spots. No active ocean safety advisories, but verify conditions with lifeguards before entering the water. Pack sunscreen, a light jacket, and caution-ocean conditions are best enjoyed from shore.
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medium confidenceAvoid water at all Maui beaches today due to moderate surf conditions. Stick to scenic walks at Baldwin Beach or D.T. Fleming Park. Pack sunscreen and a light jacket (7-8mph ENE winds). Check with lifeguards before entering the water-ocean conditions are unpredictable.
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 strong shorebreak. Hoʻokipa is best for watching surfers from the overlook. Pack snacks, water, and sunscreen-conditions are comfortable but partly cloudy.
Hoʻokipa's 3.5ft waves are manageable for experienced surfers/windsurfers, but caution is advised. Avoid water at Makena due to strong shorebreak. Monitor wind conditions-light ENE winds (7-8mph) may create workable conditions. Verify conditions with lifeguards before entering.
Maui's shores see moderate surf today. Hoʻokipa (North Shore) holds 3.5ft waves, while Makena (Kihei Shore) has 3.7ft surf with strong shorebreak-swimming is not recommended at either. Light ENE winds (7-8mph) create minimal chop. No active ocean safety advisories, but verify conditions with lifeguards before entering. Avoid water if inexperienced.
Patchy rain nearby on Maui today (16-21% chance), with light ENE winds (7-8mph). Temperatures range from 74-77°F. Conditions are ideal for scenic beach walks, but ocean conditions are best enjoyed from shore. Pack sunscreen and a light jacket.
No Maui-specific ocean safety advisories or closures reported. The only local news is Zippy's closure of its Las Vegas location-no impact on Maui operations. Always check with lifeguards before entering the water, and avoid water if conditions seem unsafe.
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.