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Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Magic Island Lagoon
1201 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814
An artificial peninsula on the Diamond Head end of Ala Moana Regional Park, completed in 1964. The man-made lagoon at its tip is walled off from open ocean — flat, shallow water that's the safest swim spot in urban Honolulu for small kids. The tip is a postcard-grade sunset spot over the Waikiki skyline.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 6.6ft waves · 78°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 83. East northeast wind around 21 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. East northeast wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 21 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 6.6ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
- NWS alert active — high surf advisory issued june 3 at 3:35am hst until june 4 at 6:00am hst by nws honolulu hi
45 /100
ok
17 Swim
67 Sunbathe
81 Walk
75 Photo
Best for walking today
High Surf High Surf Advisory
High Surf Advisory issued June 3 at 3:35AM HST until June 4 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Full NWS statement
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR SOUTH FACING SHORES OF ALL HAWAIIAN ISLANDS... .Large surf associated with a long-period south-southwest swell (190 degrees) will continue to impact exposed south-facing shores of all Hawaiian Islands through early Thursday. * WHAT...Surf heights of up to 10 to 14 feet. * WHERE...South facing shores of all Hawaiian Islands. * WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Moderate. Beachgoers, swimmers, and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials and exercise caution. Boaters should expect recreational surfers and body boarders utilizing harbor channels to access surfing areas. Expect periodic wave runup across areas of the shore that typically remain dry during the afternoon high tide cycle.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
21 mph
ENE
Rain
10%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
6.6 ft
6s · E swell
Water Quality
Clean
6 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 3mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PHZ115)
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
11:48 AM
Sunset
1:10 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:27 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 5:32 AM | High | 0.4 ft |
| 10:30 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 6:29 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Mostly Sunny
13%
76
82°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
31%
70
82°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
31%
70
82°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
20%
70
83°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
18%
76
83°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
17%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 21 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
Free lot at the Magic Island entrance off Ala Moana Blvd; fills early on weekends.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited (part of Ala Moana Regional Park).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1201 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Magic Island Lagoon.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Magic Island Lagoon from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Magic Island Lagoon dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited (part of Ala Moana Regional Park).
Is there an entry fee at Magic Island Lagoon?
Entry to Magic Island Lagoon is free.
Are there lifeguards at Magic Island Lagoon?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Magic Island Lagoon during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Magic Island Lagoon?
Amenities at Magic Island Lagoon include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic tables, walking path.
When is the water warmest at Magic Island Lagoon?
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 Magic Island Lagoon located?
Magic Island Lagoon is in Honolulu County, HI, at 1201 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS