Kailua Beach Park

526 Kawailoa Rd, Kailua, HI 96734

A 2.5-mile crescent of soft sand on Oahu's windward side — wider, more facility-equipped, and family-friendlier than the more famous Lanikai immediately south. Reliable trade-wind kitesurfing and windsurfing scene at the north end. President Obama's vacation beach.

Great day for a beach walk.

7.2ft waves · 79°F water · 80°F air

Full NWS forecast for Thursday

Scattered rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 80. East northeast wind 15 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tonight

Scattered rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75. East northeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Weather

  • 80°F air — ideal beach weather
  • 38% rain — pop-up showers possible
  • 18 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
50 /100
ok
39 Swim
53 Sunbathe
70 Walk
69 Photo

Best for walking today

Air Temp
80°F
Clear
Wind
15 to 18 mph
ENE
Rain
38%
Thursday
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
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 (PHZ114)

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 Jun 25, 1:06 PM

Sunrise
11:50 AM
Sunset
1:16 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
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
Today Jun 25
80°

Scattered Rain Showers

38%
66
Fri Jun 26
80°

Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

35%
70
Sat Jun 27
80°

Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

37%
70
Sun Jun 28
80°

Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

33%
70
Mon Jun 29
81°

Scattered Rain Showers

38%
66
Tue Jun 30
81°

Scattered Rain Showers

42%
53
Wed Jul 1
81°

Chance Rain Showers

57%
53
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
  • optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
  • optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 38% rain chance

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Parking

Free public lot at Kailua Beach Park.

Dogs

Dogs allowed leashed year-round.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

526 Kawailoa Rd, Kailua, HI 96734

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerspicnic areakayak rentals nearbyrestaurants in town
Is Kailua Beach Park dog-friendly?

Dogs allowed leashed year-round.

Is there an entry fee at Kailua Beach Park?

Entry to Kailua Beach Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Kailua Beach Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Kailua 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 Kailua Beach Park?

Amenities at Kailua Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic area, kayak rentals nearby, restaurants in town.

When is the water warmest at Kailua 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 Kailua Beach Park located?

Kailua Beach Park is in Honolulu County, HI, at 526 Kawailoa Rd, Kailua, HI 96734.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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