88°
Isolated Rain Showers then Sunny
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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.
6.6ft waves · 79°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for Thursday
Isolated rain showers before noon. Sunny. High near 88, with temperatures falling to around 83 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 2 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. South wind 2 to 6 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
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 6.6ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
69 /100
good
55 Swim
81 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.5 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Cloudy
Wind
2 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
16%
Thursday
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:36 PM
0.5 ft · in 6.8h
Wave Height
6.6 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
11:46 AM
Sunset
1:06 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:10 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 6:12 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 2:02 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 9:36 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Sunny
4%
76
88°
Sunny
7%
86
88°
Sunny
4%
86
90°
Sunny
3%
77
91°
Sunny
7%
77
91°
Sunny
9%
77
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — 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.
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