86°
Mostly Sunny
6%
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Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Mokuleia Beach Park
68-919 Farrington Hwy, Waialua, HI 96791
A quiet, undeveloped stretch of North Shore coast between Haleiwa and Kaena Point, across the road from Dillingham Airfield. Long sandy beach with a shallow reef; year-round kite-surfing and windsurfing thanks to steady trades.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
79°F water · 86°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny. High near 86, with temperatures falling to around 81 in the afternoon. Northeast wind 14 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. Northeast wind 17 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- 23 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 4.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
60 /100
good
50 Swim
55 Sunbathe
76 Walk
54 Fish
72 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
86°F
Clear
Wind
14 to 23 mph
NE
Rain
6%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
4.6 ft
8s · NNE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ007)
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
12:00 PM
Sunset
1:17 AM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:12 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:22 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 10:54 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 5:45 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:47 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:52 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 11:38 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 5:59 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:23 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:57 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 12:37 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 5:58 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:04 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:03 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:51 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 12:09 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:46 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 12:48 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:40 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 1:19 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 1612480, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Sunny
10%
74
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
17%
73
86°
Isolated Rain Showers
23%
64
86°
Mostly Sunny
13%
71
86°
Sunny
7%
70
86°
Mostly Sunny
11%
68
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 14 to 23 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
8:50 PM - 10:50 PM
Minor
3:40 AM - 4:40 AM
Major
9:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Minor
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free, small unpaved lot.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on-leash on the full beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
68-919 Farrington Hwy, Waialua, HI 96791
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Mokuleia Beach Park today?
Mokuleia Beach Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Mokuleia Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on-leash on the full beach.
Is there an entry fee at Mokuleia Beach Park?
Entry to Mokuleia Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Mokuleia Beach Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Mokuleia Beach Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Mokuleia Beach Park?
Amenities at Mokuleia Beach Park include restrooms, showers, picnic tables, camping (permit).
When is the water warmest at Mokuleia Beach Park?
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 Mokuleia Beach Park located?
Mokuleia Beach Park is in Honolulu County, HI, at 68-919 Farrington Hwy, Waialua, HI 96791.
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