85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
17%
85
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
Ideal for a beach walk.
78°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Thursday
Isolated rain showers before noon. Partly sunny. High near 85, with temperatures falling to around 80 in the afternoon. East northeast wind 14 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. East northeast wind 14 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 4.3ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
74 /100
great
72 Swim
81 Sunbathe
87 Walk
63 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 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
85°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
14 to 17 mph
ENE
Rain
17%
Thursday
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
4.3 ft
7s · NE 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
11:52 AM
Sunset
1:18 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:13 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 1:32 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
85
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
17%
85
85°
Sunny
12%
85
86°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
85
86°
Isolated Rain Showers
18%
81
86°
Isolated Rain Showers
18%
81
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 14 to 17 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°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.
Minor
8:50 PM - 9:50 PM
Major
1:50 AM - 3:50 AM
Minor
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Major
2:10 PM - 4:10 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
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Mokuleia Beach Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Mokuleia Beach Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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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