Oahu's **windward shores** are **windy today (14-20 mph ENE)**, making **Ala Moana Lagoon** and **Magic Island** the **best bets for calm, sheltered swimming**. **North Shore** has **solid surf (4.3-5.8 ft)**-ideal for **experienced surfers**, but **choppy for swimming**. **Morning is best** for stable conditions. **Active search near Hanauma Bay**-avoid hiking trails in the area.
Oahu's **windward shores** (Kailua, Waimanalo) are **windier today (14-20 mph ENE)**, creating **choppy conditions** for swimming. **Ala Moana Lagoon** and **Magic Island** are the **safest spots**-**fully enclosed** and **sheltered from wind**. **North Shore** (Sunset Beach, Waimea Bay) has **solid surf (4.3-5.8 ft)**, making it **ideal for experienced surfers** but **less safe for swimming**. **Morning is the best time** for beach visits, with the **least wind and most stable conditions**. **Note: An active search is underway for a missing father and son near Hanauma Bay-avoid hiking trails in the area and follow local safety advisories.**
Currently posted advisories from the Hawaii Department of Health affecting Oahu. Source: official DOH Clean Water Branch.
Posted Jun 25, 2026
Full advisory at health.hawaii.gov →Oahu · Best window: midday
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medium confidenceOahu · Best window: afternoon
medium confidence**Stick to Ala Moana Lagoon or Magic Island**-calm, sheltered waters with lifeguards. **Avoid North Shore** (choppy conditions) and **west shores** (less predictable). **Never swim beyond the reef**, and **rinse off after swimming** to avoid skin irritation. **Pack reef-safe shoes and sunscreen.** **Monitor south shore conditions**-south swells may bring minor chop. **Avoid hiking trails near Hanauma Bay** due to the active search.
**Magic Island Lagoon is your safest bet today**-fully enclosed, no waves, and lifeguards nearby. **Ala Moana Beach Park** is another great option with **calm waters and lifeguards**. **Avoid North Shore** (choppy surf) and **west shores** (less predictable). **Pack snacks, water, and a change of clothes**-conditions may change. **Always swim near a lifeguard tower** and **avoid areas beyond the reef.** **Check for Portuguese man-o-war** after windy conditions. **Avoid hiking trails near Hanauma Bay** due to the active search.
**Kailua Beach Park** is ideal for **kayaking, paddleboarding, or windsurfing** (steady winds). **North Shore beaches** (Sunset Beach, Waimea Bay) have **solid surf (4.3-5.8 ft)**-ideal for **experienced surfers**. **Monitor conditions closely**-winds may shift. **Check for Portuguese man-o-war** after windy conditions. **South swells may bring minor chop to south shores**-adjust plans accordingly. **Avoid hiking trails near Hanauma Bay** due to the active search.
Oahu's **windward shores** (Kailua, Waimanalo) are **windier today (14-20 mph ENE)**, creating **choppy conditions** for swimming. **Ala Moana Lagoon** and **Magic Island** are the **safest spots**-**fully enclosed** and **sheltered from wind**. **North Shore** (Sunset Beach, Waimea Bay) has **solid surf (4.3-5.8 ft)**, making it **ideal for experienced surfers** but **less safe for swimming**. **No active high bacteria advisories**, but **monitor south shore conditions** for minor chop from south swells. **Lifeguards urge caution**-stay near towers and avoid areas beyond the reef. **Note: An active search is underway near Hanauma Bay-avoid hiking trails in the area.**
Oahu is **patchy rain nearby** today, with **temperatures in the mid-70s°F** and **strong ENE winds (14-20 mph)**. **Windward shores** (Kailua, Waimanalo) will see the **steadiest winds**, while the **south shore** (Ala Moana, Waikiki) offers the most **shelter from wind**. **Rain chances are low (18-21%)**, but **brief showers are possible**-pack a light jacket. **Morning is the best time for beach visits**, with the **least wind and most stable conditions**.
**Active search near Hanauma Bay**: The Coast Guard and local first responders are searching for a missing father and his teenage son who disappeared while hiking near Hanauma Bay. A backpack belonging to the father was found near the trail. **Avoid hiking trails in the area** and follow local safety advisories. [Read more](https://nypost.com/2026/06/26/world-news/coast-guard-and-hawaii-first-responders-search-for-missing-father-teen-son-in-waters-off-oahu/). **Oahu satellite city halls go cashless for property tax payments**: Starting next month, satellite city halls will no longer accept cash payments for real property taxes. Cash payments must be made in person at the Treasury Cashier's Office in Honolulu Hale. [Read more](https://www.khon2.com/local-news/oahu-satellite-city-halls-cashless/). **Free Wi-Fi expands on Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines flights**: Both airlines have equipped 150 aircraft with Starlink, offering free Wi-Fi to Atmos Rewards members. The remaining mainline fleet is expected to be completed by 2027. [Read more](https://www.khon2.com/local-news/free-wifi-alaska-hawaiian-airlines/).
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