Makena State Park
Maui · Best window: morning
high confidence- Lifeguards on duty for safety updates (avoid water due to 4ft surf and strong shorebreak)
- Expansive shoreline ideal for scenic walks and photography
- Food trucks and paid parking available
Maui's shores show solid surf (4-5.6ft) with storm risks. Avoid water due to strong currents; enjoy scenic walks instead.
Maui's shores are delivering solid surf today (4-5.6ft) with ENE winds at 13.9-15mph. Authorities warn of hazardous ocean conditions due to strong currents, rip tides, and potential thunderstorms. No active advisories are in place, but the risk of sudden weather changes makes water activities unsafe. Stick to scenic beach walks, sheltered spots like Baldwin Beach, or lifeguarded areas like Makena State Park. Pack sunscreen, a light jacket, and stay updated on weather alerts-ocean conditions are best enjoyed dry today.
Maui · Best window: morning
high confidenceMaui · Best window: morning
high confidenceMaui · Best window: midday
medium confidenceMaui · Best window: afternoon
medium confidenceMaui · Best window: afternoon
medium confidenceAvoid water at all Maui beaches today due to solid surf (4-5.6ft), strong currents, and storm risks. 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 hazardous.
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 windsurfers from the overlook. Pack snacks, water, and sunscreen-conditions are sunny but breezy with storm risks.
Maui's shores have solid surf (4-5.6ft) and ENE winds (13.9-15mph). Avoid water unless you are highly experienced and have verified conditions with lifeguards. Storm risks make ocean activities unsafe today. Monitor updates from lifeguards and weather alerts.
Maui's shores are showing solid surf today, with Hoʻokipa (North Shore) reporting 5.6ft waves and Makena (Kihei Shore) at 4ft. ENE winds are steady at 13.9-15mph. No active advisories are in place, but strong currents, rip tides, and potential thunderstorms make ocean conditions hazardous. Avoid water unless you are experienced and have verified conditions with lifeguards. [Confidence: high]
Partly cloudy to sunny skies with temperatures ranging from 70.9-73.4°F. ENE winds (13.9-15mph) and a low rain chance (5-6%) make for breezy conditions. Storm risks are elevated-pack sunscreen, a light jacket, and stay updated on weather alerts. Ocean conditions are best enjoyed from shore. [Confidence: high]
Hawaii's Fourth of July weekend saw dangerous water conditions statewide, with rip currents prompting hundreds of rescues. Maui remains under a heat-related warning with elevated storm risks. Stay alert, obey lifeguard warnings, and avoid swimming in areas with strong currents. No Maui-specific beach closures reported. [Confidence: medium]
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.