Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands

Waikiki Beach

The most famous beach in the Pacific — a 2-mile strand fronting Honolulu's hotel district, the gentle reef-protected break that learners ride, and Diamond Head looming at the east end. Crowded year-round, warm year-round, and the historical heart of surf culture (Duke Kahanamoku's statue is at the centerpoint).

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

7.2ft waves · 79°F water · 87°F air

Full NWS forecast for Thursday

Isolated rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. East northeast wind 17 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Tonight

Isolated rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. East northeast wind around 18 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Weather

87°F air — ideal beach weather
22% rain — pop-up showers possible
21 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything

Water

79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
7.2ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only

50 /100

39 Swim

53 Sunbathe

70 Walk

28 Fish

69 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

87°F

Partly Cloudy

Wind

17 to 21 mph

ENE

Rain

22%

Thursday

UV Peak

11 Extreme

High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m

Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

87°F

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Water

Water Temp

79°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

9:41 PM

0.5 ft · in 6.9h

Wave Height

7.2 ft

8s · NE swell

Water Quality

Clean

6 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus

USGS · sampled 4mo ago

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ033)

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

NWS SRF · HFO · Issued Jun 25, 1:06 PM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

11:51 AM

Sunset

1:16 AM

Moon · 80%

Waxing Gibbous

Neap tides — smaller range

Today's Tides

7-day chart →

Time	Type	Height
12:12 AM	High	0.7 ft
6:10 AM	Low	-0.0 ft
2:04 PM	High	2.1 ft
9:41 PM	Low	0.5 ft

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jun 25

87°

Isolated Rain Showers

22%

Fri Jun 26

87°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

23%

Sat Jun 27

87°

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

24%

Sun Jun 28

87°

Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

30%

Mon Jun 29

87°

Scattered Rain Showers

35%

Tue Jun 30

88°

Scattered Rain Showers

42%

Wed Jul 1

87°

Scattered Rain Showers

44%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 17 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.

Minor

8:40 PM - 9:40 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

Paid hotel garages and metered street parking (limited). Walk, bus, or rideshare. Free street parking in Kapiolani Park works for the east-end Sans Souci section.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited on Waikiki Beach.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

2424 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowersrestaurantsshopshotelssurf schoolsoutrigger canoe rides

7-Day Tide Chart →

Full high/low predictions for the next week at Waikiki Beach.

7-Day Weather →

Extended forecast for Waikiki Beach from the National Weather Service.

Frequently Asked

Is Waikiki Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited on Waikiki Beach.

Is there an entry fee at Waikiki Beach?

Entry to Waikiki Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Waikiki Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Waikiki Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Waikiki Beach?

Amenities at Waikiki Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants, shops, hotels, surf schools, outrigger canoe rides.

When is the water warmest at Waikiki 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 Waikiki Beach located?

Waikiki Beach is in Honolulu County, HI, at 2424 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815.