82°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
19%
76
Maui County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Kapalua Bay Beach
5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761
A protected, palm-fringed crescent between two rocky points on the Kapalua resort coast — repeatedly ranked among America's best beaches. Calm year-round, with reef snorkeling along both points, an easy sand entry, and turtles in the morning.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
79°F water · 82°F air
Full NWS forecast for Thursday
Isolated rain showers before noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. East wind around 22 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind around 21 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 22 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
68 /100
good
64 Swim
67 Sunbathe
81 Walk
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Cloudy
Wind
22 mph
E
Rain
19%
Thursday
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
5.6 ft
7s · ENE swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
11:47 AM
Sunset
1:11 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:04 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 1:12 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
21%
70
82°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
23%
70
82°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
19%
76
83°
Isolated Rain Showers
24%
66
83°
Scattered Rain Showers
29%
75
83°
Scattered Rain Showers
29%
66
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 22 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
Public lot off Lower Honoapiilani Rd is small and fills early; free roadside parking on Honoapiilani Hwy as a backup.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach (Maui County code).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Kapalua Bay Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Kapalua Bay Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Kapalua Bay Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach (Maui County code).
Is there an entry fee at Kapalua Bay Beach?
Entry to Kapalua Bay Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Kapalua Bay Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Kapalua Bay Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Kapalua Bay Beach?
Amenities at Kapalua Bay Beach include restrooms, outdoor showers, drinking fountain.
When is the water warmest at Kapalua Bay 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 Kapalua Bay Beach located?
Kapalua Bay Beach is in Maui County, HI, at 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761.
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