82°
Chance Rain Showers
58%
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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.
58% rain · 77°F water · 82°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. East northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East northeast wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 58% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 77°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.2ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 12 (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
82°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
15 mph
ENE
Rain
58%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Isolated Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
77°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
5.2 ft
6s · ENE 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
11:53 AM
Sunset
1:17 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:23 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 4:29 AM | High | 0.5 ft |
| 10:11 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 6:19 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Isolated Rain Showers
22%
75
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
49%
62
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
50%
62
82°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
25%
79
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
31%
75
82°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
33%
79
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 77°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 58% 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.
Nearby Beaches
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