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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.
25 mph wind · 78°F water · 84°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny. High near 84, with temperatures falling to around 79 in the afternoon. East northeast wind 17 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. East northeast wind 13 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 25 mph wind — strong wind — umbrellas will flip
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 4.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
58 /100
good
54 Swim
51 Sunbathe
75 Walk
71 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Mostly Clear and Windy
Wind
17 to 25 mph
ENE
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
4.9 ft
8s · NE 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
11:43 AM
Sunset
1:03 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:38 AM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 9:16 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 5:12 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Mostly Sunny
14%
85
83°
Scattered Rain Showers
28%
75
83°
Scattered Rain Showers
28%
75
83°
Mostly Sunny
8%
85
83°
Mostly Sunny
10%
85
84°
Mostly Sunny
13%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 17 to 25 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°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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