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 · 86°F air

Full NWS forecast for Today

Mostly sunny. High near 86, with temperatures falling to around 80 in the afternoon. Northeast wind 18 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.

Tonight

Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Northeast wind 12 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Weather

86°F air — ideal beach weather
22 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Sunny skies — mostly sunny

Water

79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
5.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids

Safety

UV 13 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure

54 /100

43 Swim

57 Sunbathe

77 Walk

73 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

86°F

Mostly Clear

Wind

18 to 22 mph

Rain

Today

UV Peak

13 Extreme

High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~15m

Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

86°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

79°F

Swimming weather

Wave Height

5.9 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

NWS SRF · HFO · Issued Jul 18, 7:34 PM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

11:54 AM

Sunset

1:09 AM

Moon · 18%

Waxing Crescent

Neap tides — smaller range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
5:06 AM	High	1.4 ft
10:43 AM	Low	0.4 ft
5:31 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:26 AM	Low	0.5 ft
6:16 AM	High	1.4 ft
11:23 AM	Low	0.8 ft
5:49 PM	High	2.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:00 AM	Low	0.4 ft
7:52 AM	High	1.5 ft
12:12 PM	Low	1.2 ft
5:57 PM	High	1.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:39 AM	Low	0.4 ft
10:07 AM	High	1.6 ft
2:03 PM	Low	1.5 ft
5:35 PM	High	1.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:26 AM	Low	0.3 ft
11:46 AM	High	1.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:26 AM	Low	0.3 ft
12:32 PM	High	2.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:28 AM	Low	0.2 ft
1:05 PM	High	2.3 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 1615680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 18

86°

Mostly Sunny

Sun Jul 19

86°

Sunny

Mon Jul 20

86°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

16%

Tue Jul 21

86°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

20%

Wed Jul 22

86°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

15%

Thu Jul 23

86°

Sunny

Fri Jul 24

86°

Mostly Sunny

10%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 13 — very high
recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 18 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

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerspavilionpicnic tablesBBQ grillsvolleyball court

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at H.A. Baldwin Beach Park today?

H.A. Baldwin Beach Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

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.