84°
Scattered Rain Showers
26%
59
Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Sunset Beach
59-104 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
A 2-mile North Shore beach with deep surfing history — site of the Sunset Pro (WSL Qualifying Series, December) and longtime home of the Triple Crown of Surfing. Winter waves regularly 15-25 feet; summer the beach is wide, white, and swimmable. The Banzai Pipeline reef is just down the coast.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for photography.
79°F water · 84°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Scattered rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. East northeast wind 16 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers after midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. East northeast wind 16 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 26% rain — pop-up showers possible
- 21 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
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
52 /100
ok
42 Swim
42 Sunbathe
64 Walk
52 Fish
67 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Clear
Wind
16 to 21 mph
ENE
Rain
26%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Isolated Rain Showers
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 (PHZ114)
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
11:59 AM
Sunset
1:17 AM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:37 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:41 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 12:44 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:11 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:10 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:50 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 1:59 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 7:44 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:43 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:02 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 3:39 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 8:17 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:19 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:10 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 5:58 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 8:52 PM | High | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:59 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 12:09 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:44 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 12:58 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 9:15 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:55 PM | High | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:33 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 1:40 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 9:38 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 1612340, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Isolated Rain Showers
24%
64
83°
Scattered Rain Showers
44%
53
83°
Scattered Rain Showers
48%
53
84°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
23%
69
84°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
16%
70
83°
Isolated Rain Showers
24%
60
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 16 to 21 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 street parking along Kamehameha Hwy.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited at Sunset Beach Park.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
59-104 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sunset Beach today?
Sunset Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Sunset Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited at Sunset Beach Park.
Is there an entry fee at Sunset Beach?
Entry to Sunset Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Sunset Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sunset Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Sunset Beach?
Amenities at Sunset Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers.
When is the water warmest at Sunset Beach?
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 Sunset Beach located?
Sunset Beach is in Honolulu County, HI, at 59-104 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS