81°
Scattered Rain Showers
39%
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 fishing.
78°F water · 81°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Scattered rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. East wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Scattered rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind around 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- 39% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
74 /100
great
64 Swim
67 Sunbathe
76 Walk
82 Fish
73 Photo
Best for fishing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
12 to 15 mph
E
Rain
39%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:25 PM
0.5 ft · in 2.4h
Wave Height
5.6 ft
8s · 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
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
11:55 AM
Sunset
1:25 AM
Moon · 89%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 6:32 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 2:36 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 10:25 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Scattered Rain Showers
37%
75
81°
Scattered Rain Showers
38%
75
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
45%
62
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
38%
75
82°
Chance Rain Showers
69%
62
81°
Scattered Rain Showers
46%
62
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 39% 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
9:50 PM - 10:50 PM
Major
2:40 AM - 4:40 AM
Minor
8:50 AM - 9:50 AM
Major
3:10 PM - 5:10 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
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.
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