83°
Scattered Rain Showers
47%
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Kauai County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Kalapaki Beach
A quarter-mile of soft sand inside Nawiliwili Harbor in Lihue, fronting the Kauai Marriott Resort. The breakwater keeps the bay calm — easy beginner surf and SUP lessons run here daily, and it's the most family-friendly beach near the Lihue airport.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for photography.
47% rain · 78°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for Thursday
Scattered rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. East northeast wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Scattered rain showers. Cloudy, with a low around 73. East northeast wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 47% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
54 /100
ok
54 Swim
50 Sunbathe
59 Walk
68 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Cloudy
Wind
12 to 15 mph
ENE
Rain
47%
Thursday
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:56 PM
0.6 ft · in 7.1h
Wave Height
5.9 ft
7s · NE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ030)
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
11:55 AM
Sunset
1:24 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:57 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 2:02 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 9:56 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 47% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free public lot at Kalapaki Beach Hut / Anchor Cove; additional metered street parking on Rice St.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
3610 Rice St, Lihue, HI 96766
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Kalapaki Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Kalapaki Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Kalapaki Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).
Is there an entry fee at Kalapaki Beach?
Entry to Kalapaki Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Kalapaki Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Kalapaki Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Kalapaki Beach?
Amenities at Kalapaki Beach include restrooms, outdoor showers, picnic tables, volleyball net, walking paths.
When is the water warmest at Kalapaki Beach?
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 Kalapaki Beach located?
Kalapaki Beach is in Kauai County, HI, at 3610 Rice St, Lihue, HI 96766.
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