Napili Bay

5315 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761

A quarter-mile crescent of soft sand on West Maui, ringed by low-rise condos. A reef thirty yards out protects the bay; honu feed inside it and summer brings glassy snorkeling along the rocky points.

Great day for a beach walk.

79°F water · 83°F air

Full NWS forecast for Today

Isolated rain showers before noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. East northeast wind 21 to 24 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Tonight

Isolated rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. Northeast wind 17 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Weather

  • 83°F air — ideal beach weather
  • 24 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
  • Sunny skies — mostly sunny

Water

  • 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
  • 5.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids

Safety

  • UV 13 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
50 /100
ok
39 Swim
51 Sunbathe
72 Walk
71 Photo

Best for walking today

Air Temp
83°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
21 to 24 mph
ENE
Rain
15%
Today
UV Peak
13 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~15m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
5.9 ft
8s · NE swell
Sunrise
11:55 AM
Sunset
1:10 AM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Time Type Height
5:06 AM High 1.4 ft
10:43 AM Low 0.4 ft
5:31 PM High 2.3 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 1615680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

Today Jul 18
83°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

15%
66
Sun Jul 19
83°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

16%
73
Mon Jul 20
83°

Scattered Rain Showers

26%
65
Tue Jul 21
83°

Scattered Rain Showers

30%
62
Wed Jul 22
83°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

15%
73
Thu Jul 23
83°

Sunny

12%
71
Fri Jul 24
82°

Mostly Sunny

13%
71
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 13 — very high
  • optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Parking

Limited public access lots at the ends of Napili Place and Hui Drive (a few spots each).

Dogs

Dogs prohibited on the beach (Maui County code).

Entry Fee

Free

Address

5315 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761

outdoor showersrestrooms (at restaurants)
Is it safe to swim at Napili Bay today?

Napili Bay 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 Napili Bay dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited on the beach (Maui County code).

Is there an entry fee at Napili Bay?

Entry to Napili Bay is free.

Are there lifeguards at Napili Bay?

No lifeguards are stationed at Napili Bay. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Napili Bay?

Amenities at Napili Bay include outdoor showers, restrooms (at restaurants).

When is the water warmest at Napili 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 Napili Bay located?

Napili Bay is in Maui County, HI, at 5315 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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