82°
Isolated Rain Showers
16%
71
Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Hanauma Bay
100 Hanauma Bay Rd, Honolulu, HI 96825
A protected volcanic crater bay on Oahu's southeast tip — the most famous snorkeling spot in Hawaii, with over 400 fish species in the calm reef-protected waters. Reservation required (online, 48 hours ahead); closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Strict no-touching reef policy and a mandatory orientation video.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
7.2ft waves · 79°F water · 82°F air
Full NWS forecast for Thursday
Isolated rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. East northeast wind 20 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. East northeast wind around 22 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 23 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 7.2ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
55 /100
good
43 Swim
61 Sunbathe
78 Walk
71 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Clear
Wind
20 to 23 mph
ENE
Rain
16%
Thursday
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:41 PM
0.5 ft · in 6.9h
Wave Height
7.2 ft
8s · NE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ032)
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
11:50 AM
Sunset
1:16 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:12 AM | High | 0.7 ft |
| 6:10 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 2:04 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 9:41 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
18%
76
81°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
19%
76
82°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
25%
70
82°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
32%
70
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
38%
66
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
43%
53
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 to 23 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
$3/vehicle.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited.
Entry Fee
$25/non-resident adult; HI residents free. Plus $3 parking.
Address
100 Hanauma Bay Rd, Honolulu, HI 96825
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Hanauma Bay.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Hanauma Bay from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Hanauma Bay dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited.
Is there an entry fee at Hanauma Bay?
$25/non-resident adult; HI residents free. Plus $3 parking.
Are there lifeguards at Hanauma Bay?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Hanauma Bay during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Hanauma Bay?
Amenities at Hanauma Bay include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, gear rentals, tram down to the bay.
When is the water warmest at Hanauma Bay?
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 Hanauma Bay located?
Hanauma Bay is in Honolulu County, HI, at 100 Hanauma Bay Rd, Honolulu, HI 96825.
Nearby Beaches
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