Kauai County, HI · Hawaiian Islands

Anini Beach Park

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.

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

77°F water · 81°F air

Full NWS forecast for Today

Scattered rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 81. East wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Tonight

Isolated rain showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. East southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Weather

81°F air — ideal beach weather
36% rain — pop-up showers possible

Water

77°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
5.2ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids

Safety

UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure

66 /100

good

64 Swim

67 Sunbathe

76 Walk

60 Fish

73 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

81°F

Mostly Clear

Wind

17 mph

Rain

36%

Today

UV Peak

10 Very High

High 10 AM–02 PM · burn in ~20m

Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

80°F

Partly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers

Water

Water Temp

77°F

Swimming weather

Wave Height

5.2 ft

6s · ENE 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 Jun 3, 7:05 PM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

11:53 AM

Sunset

1:18 AM

Moon · 87%

Waning Gibbous

Neap tides — smaller range

Today's Tides

7-day chart →

Time	Type	Height
1:23 AM	Low	0.4 ft
4:29 AM	High	0.5 ft
10:11 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
6:19 PM	High	1.9 ft

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jun 3

81°

Scattered Rain Showers

36%

Thu Jun 4

80°

Partly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers

22%

Fri Jun 5

80°

Scattered Rain Showers

44%

Sat Jun 6

80°

Scattered Rain Showers

44%

Sun Jun 7

80°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

19%

Mon Jun 8

80°

Isolated Rain Showers

24%

Tue Jun 9

81°

Scattered Rain Showers

28%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 17 mph wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 77°F
optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 36% rain chance

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

Best Fishing Times Today

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

Major

7:40 PM - 9:40 PM

Minor

3:20 AM - 4:20 AM

Major

8:10 AM - 10:10 AM

Minor

2:10 PM - 3:10 PM

Beach Info

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

Amenities

restroomsoutdoor showerspicnic tablespavilionscamping (permit)small boat launchdrinking water

7-Day Tide Chart →

Full high/low predictions for the next week at Anini Beach Park.

7-Day Weather →

Extended forecast for Anini Beach Park from the National Weather Service.

Frequently Asked

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.