81°
Scattered Rain Showers
32%
75
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.
78°F water · 81°F air
Full NWS forecast for Thursday
Scattered rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 81. East wind around 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Scattered rain showers. Cloudy, with a low around 73. East southeast wind around 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- 32% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
69 /100
good
64 Swim
67 Sunbathe
76 Walk
67 Fish
73 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Cloudy
Wind
14 mph
E
Rain
32%
Thursday
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:56 PM
0.6 ft · in 7.1h
Wave Height
5.9 ft
7s · 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
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
11:55 AM
Sunset
1:25 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:57 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 2:02 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 9:56 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
33%
75
82°
Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
30%
79
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
32%
75
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
32%
75
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
34%
75
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
53%
62
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 32% 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.
Minor
8:50 PM - 9:50 PM
Major
1:50 AM - 3:50 AM
Minor
8:10 AM - 9:10 AM
Major
2:20 PM - 4:20 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
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.
Nearby Beaches
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