80°
Sunny
10%
76
Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Sandy Beach Park
8801 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825
A short, golden-sand beach on SE Oahu with one of the most punishing shore breaks in Hawaii — the wave folds directly onto hard-packed sand. Famous among elite bodyboarders and bodysurfers; routinely racks up neck and spine injuries among the unprepared. Watch from the bluff if you're not sure.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
6.6ft waves · 78°F water · 80°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 80. East northeast wind around 22 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. East northeast wind 18 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- 22 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 6.6ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
60 /100
good
47 Swim
67 Sunbathe
81 Walk
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Sunny
Wind
22 mph
ENE
Rain
10%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
6.6 ft
6s · E swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ032)
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
11:48 AM
Sunset
1:09 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:27 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 5:32 AM | High | 0.4 ft |
| 10:30 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 6:29 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Mostly Sunny
12%
76
80°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
26%
70
80°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
27%
70
80°
Isolated Rain Showers then Sunny
15%
76
80°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
76
80°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 22 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Two free paved lots along Kalanianaole Hwy.
Dogs
Dogs allowed below the high-tide line only, on leash (Honolulu rules).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
8801 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Sandy Beach Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Sandy Beach Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Sandy Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed below the high-tide line only, on leash (Honolulu rules).
Is there an entry fee at Sandy Beach Park?
Entry to Sandy Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Sandy Beach Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sandy Beach Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Sandy Beach Park?
Amenities at Sandy Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic tables, food trucks.
When is the water warmest at Sandy 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 Sandy Beach Park located?
Sandy Beach Park is in Honolulu County, HI, at 8801 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS