Anini Beach Park

Anini Rd, Kilauea, HI 96754

Two miles of shallow, protected lagoon behind one of the longest fringing reefs in the Hawaiian Islands — Kauai's safest year-round swimming beach and a windsurfing classroom thanks to steady but moderate trades.

Great day for photography.

80°F water · 83°F air

Full NWS forecast for Today

Scattered rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. East wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Tonight

Scattered rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Weather

  • 83°F air — ideal beach weather
  • 37% rain — pop-up showers possible

Water

  • 80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
  • 5.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids

Safety

  • UV 13 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
54 /100
ok
40 Swim
49 Sunbathe
61 Walk
56 Fish
70 Photo

Best for photography today

Air Temp
83°F
Cloudy
Wind
13 mph
E
Rain
37%
Today
UV Peak
13 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~15m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Water Temp
80°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
5.6 ft
8s · NE swell

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ029)

The HFO office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.

  • HIZ003 Kauai n/a
  • HIZ006 Oahu n/a
  • HIZ017 Maui n/a
  • HIZ052 Big Island Windward and Southeast n/a
  • HIZ053 Big Island Windward and Southeast n/a
  • HIZ054 Big Island Windward and Southeast n/a
  • HIZ023 Big Island Leeward n/a

NWS SRF · HFO · Issued Jul 18, 7:34 PM

Sunrise
12:03 PM
Sunset
1:23 AM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Time Type Height
1:10 AM Low 0.3 ft
7:03 AM High 1.1 ft
11:59 AM Low 0.5 ft
6:48 PM High 1.7 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 1611400, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

Today Jul 18
83°

Scattered Rain Showers

37%
63
Sun Jul 19
82°

Scattered Rain Showers

29%
69
Mon Jul 20
81°

Isolated Rain Showers

23%
74
Tue Jul 21
81°

Scattered Rain Showers

40%
64
Wed Jul 22
82°

Scattered Rain Showers

34%
68
Thu Jul 23
82°

Scattered Rain Showers

26%
73
Fri Jul 24
81°

Scattered Rain Showers

30%
70
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 13 — very high
  • optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°F
  • optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 37% rain chance

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Major
8:50 PM - 10:50 PM
Minor
3:50 AM - 4:50 AM
Major
9:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Minor
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Parking

Free lot at the beach park; roadside shoulder parking along Anini Rd.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).

Entry Fee

Camping: $3/adult/night (Hawaii residents and under-18 free).

Address

Anini Rd, Kilauea, HI 96754

restroomsoutdoor showerspicnic tablespavilionscamping (permit)small boat launchdrinking water
Is it safe to swim at Anini Beach Park today?

Anini Beach Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Anini Beach Park dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).

Is there an entry fee at Anini Beach Park?

Camping: $3/adult/night (Hawaii residents and under-18 free).

Are there lifeguards at Anini Beach Park?

No lifeguards are stationed at Anini Beach Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Anini Beach Park?

Amenities at Anini Beach Park include restrooms, outdoor showers, picnic tables, pavilions, camping (permit), small boat launch, drinking water.

When is the water warmest at Anini Beach Park?

Hawaiian water is consistently 75-82°F year-round, with the summer peak in August-September. Swimming comfortable every month; rip currents and shore-break hazards drive the safety picture more than temperature.

Where is Anini Beach Park located?

Anini Beach Park is in Kauai County, HI, at Anini Rd, Kilauea, HI 96754.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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