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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.
78°F water · 81°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 81. East northeast wind 20 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. East northeast wind 16 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- 23 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- 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
68 /100
good
64 Swim
67 Sunbathe
81 Walk
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Mostly Clear and Windy
Wind
20 to 23 mph
ENE
Rain
7%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
4.9 ft
8s · NE swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
11:44 AM
Sunset
1:05 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
81°
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
17%
76
80°
Scattered Rain Showers
32%
66
80°
Scattered Rain Showers
32%
66
80°
Sunny
11%
76
81°
Mostly Sunny
12%
76
81°
Mostly Sunny
10%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 to 23 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
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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