85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
16%
76
Maui County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
H.A. Baldwin Beach Park
Hana Hwy (mile marker 6), Paia, HI 96779
A long, wide sandy beach a mile west of Paia on Maui's north shore. The protected coves at each end — Baldwin Cove and Baby Beach — are calm enough for toddlers, while the open middle gets body-surfable waves.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
79°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Thursday
Isolated rain showers before noon. Mostly sunny. High near 85, with temperatures falling to around 80 in the afternoon. East wind 16 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 73. East northeast wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- 22 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
68 /100
good
64 Swim
67 Sunbathe
81 Walk
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Cloudy
Wind
16 to 22 mph
E
Rain
16%
Thursday
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
5.6 ft
7s · ENE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PHZ117)
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
11:46 AM
Sunset
1:10 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:04 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 1:12 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
19%
76
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
19%
85
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Sunny
15%
85
86°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
21%
79
87°
Scattered Rain Showers
34%
75
86°
Scattered Rain Showers
36%
75
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 16 to 22 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free, large lot off Hana Hwy.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited in the beach park (Maui County code).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Hana Hwy (mile marker 6), Paia, HI 96779
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at H.A. Baldwin Beach Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for H.A. Baldwin Beach Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is H.A. Baldwin Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited in the beach park (Maui County code).
Is there an entry fee at H.A. Baldwin Beach Park?
Entry to H.A. Baldwin Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at H.A. Baldwin Beach Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol H.A. Baldwin Beach Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at H.A. Baldwin Beach Park?
Amenities at H.A. Baldwin Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, pavilion, picnic tables, BBQ grills, volleyball court.
When is the water warmest at H.A. Baldwin 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 H.A. Baldwin Beach Park located?
H.A. Baldwin Beach Park is in Maui County, HI, at Hana Hwy (mile marker 6), Paia, HI 96779.
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