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Hawaii County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay)
Kekaha Kai State Park, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
The north section of Kekaha Kai State Park, just north of Kona Airport — vast golden sand, jewel-blue water, and a black-lava backdrop. Calm summer water for swimming and snorkeling along the reef edge; winter shore breaks turn body-surfable. Almost no natural shade — bring an umbrella.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
79°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny. High near 88, with temperatures falling to around 82 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 3 to 7 mph.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. South southeast wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 79°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
79 /100
great
74 Swim
83 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
3 to 7 mph
SW
Rain
11%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–02 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
5.9 ft
8s · E swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ026)
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
11:44 AM
Sunset
1:00 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:17 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 5:34 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 10:40 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 6:21 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Mostly Sunny
6%
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87°
Sunny
6%
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Sunny
6%
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Mostly Sunny
2%
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87°
Mostly Sunny
4%
86
87°
Partly Sunny
4%
86
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paved state park lot at the end of a 2.6-mile spur off Hwy 19.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited (Hawaii state park beach).
Entry Fee
Non-residents: $10/vehicle + $5/person (Hawaii residents free).
Address
Kekaha Kai State Park, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited (Hawaii state park beach).
Is there an entry fee at Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay)?
Non-residents: $10/vehicle + $5/person (Hawaii residents free).
Are there lifeguards at Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay)?
Amenities at Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay) include restrooms, outdoor showers, picnic tables.
When is the water warmest at Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay)?
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 Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay) located?
Maniniowali Beach (Kua Bay) is in Hawaii County, HI, at Kekaha Kai State Park, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740.
Nearby Beaches
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