80°
Sunny
8%
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Maui County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Hookipa Beach Park
Hana Hwy (mile marker 9), Paia, HI 96779
The windsurfing capital of the world — Hookipa's combination of steady trade winds, large reef-break waves, and a clifftop spectator lookout has made it home to the Aloha Classic and a magnet for pro sailors and surfers. Honu regularly haul up on the sand in the late afternoon.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
25 mph wind · 78°F water · 80°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 80. East wind 20 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph.
Tonight
Scattered rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. East wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 80°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
66 /100
good
54 Swim
51 Sunbathe
75 Walk
71 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Mostly Clear and Windy
Wind
20 to 25 mph
E
Rain
8%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
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
80°
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
17%
85
79°
Scattered Rain Showers
36%
75
79°
Scattered Rain Showers
36%
75
80°
Mostly Sunny
14%
85
80°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
18%
85
80°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
17%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 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 paved lot below and an upper overlook lot off Hana Hwy.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited in the beach park (Maui County code — pets not permitted in beach parks).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Hana Hwy (mile marker 9), Paia, HI 96779
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Hookipa Beach Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Hookipa Beach Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Hookipa Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited in the beach park (Maui County code — pets not permitted in beach parks).
Is there an entry fee at Hookipa Beach Park?
Entry to Hookipa Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Hookipa Beach Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Hookipa 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 Hookipa Beach Park?
Amenities at Hookipa Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, pavilion, picnic tables, overlook.
When is the water warmest at Hookipa 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 Hookipa Beach Park located?
Hookipa Beach Park is in Maui County, HI, at Hana Hwy (mile marker 9), Paia, HI 96779.
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