Makena State Park
Maui · Best window: morning
high confidence- Lifeguards on duty for safety updates (avoid water due to 10-15ft waves and strong shorebreak)
- Expansive shoreline for scenic walks and photography
- Food trucks and paid parking available
Maui's shores are under a High-Surf Warning today (10-15ft waves). Avoid water, stick to scenic walks at Makena, Baldwin Beach, or Hoʻokipa's overlook. Light ENE winds (8-10mph).
Maui is under a High-Surf Warning today, with breaking waves reported at 10-15 feet and strong, dangerous currents. The National Weather Service advises staying out of the water or near staffed lifeguard stations. Minor coastal flooding is possible during high tide. Stick to scenic beach walks, sheltered spots, or lifeguarded areas like Makena State Park and Kamaole. Pack sunscreen, a light jacket, and caution-ocean conditions are hazardous and best enjoyed from shore.
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medium confidenceAvoid water at all Maui beaches today due to hazardous surf conditions (10-15ft waves). Stick to scenic walks at Baldwin Beach or D.T. Fleming Park. Pack sunscreen, a light jacket, and water. Check with lifeguards before approaching the water-ocean conditions are dangerous.
Makena State Park is the safest option for families today, 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 sunny but windy.
Hoʻokipa and Makena are under a High-Surf Warning (10-15ft waves). Avoid water unless you are highly experienced and have verified conditions with lifeguards. Light ENE winds (8-10mph) may create workable conditions for windsurfing, but caution is advised. Monitor updates from the National Weather Service.
Maui is under a High-Surf Warning today, with breaking waves reported at 10-15 feet and strong, dangerous currents. The National Weather Service advises staying out of the water or near staffed lifeguard stations. Minor coastal flooding is possible during high tide. Hoʻokipa (North Shore) and Makena (Kihei Shore) are both affected-avoid water at all beaches. Light ENE winds (8-10mph) create minimal chop, but conditions are hazardous.
Sunny skies with light ENE winds (8-10mph) and temperatures ranging from 73.4-77.2°F. Rain chance is low (8%), making for comfortable conditions for scenic beach walks. Pack sunscreen and a light jacket-winds may feel cooler near the shore. Ocean conditions are hazardous and best enjoyed from shore.
Maui County Emergency Management Agency has issued a High-Surf Warning due to powerful south swells and seasonal king tides. No Maui-specific beach closures reported, but verify conditions with lifeguards before approaching the water. Local news highlights include Father's Day events across Hawaii and a Father's Day Regatta in Nānākuli (Oahu). Always prioritize safety-ocean conditions are dangerous.
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.