85°
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Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Waikiki Beach
2424 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
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.
NWS alert active · 6.6ft waves · 78°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny. High near 85, with temperatures falling to around 80 in the afternoon. East northeast wind around 21 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. East northeast wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- 21 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
- NWS alert active — high surf advisory issued june 3 at 3:35am hst until june 4 at 6:00am hst by nws honolulu hi
45 /100
ok
17 Swim
67 Sunbathe
81 Walk
1 Fish
75 Photo
Best for walking today
High Surf High Surf Advisory
High Surf Advisory issued June 3 at 3:35AM HST until June 4 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Full NWS statement
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR SOUTH FACING SHORES OF ALL HAWAIIAN ISLANDS... .Large surf associated with a long-period south-southwest swell (190 degrees) will continue to impact exposed south-facing shores of all Hawaiian Islands through early Thursday. * WHAT...Surf heights of up to 10 to 14 feet. * WHERE...South facing shores of all Hawaiian Islands. * WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Moderate. Beachgoers, swimmers, and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials and exercise caution. Boaters should expect recreational surfers and body boarders utilizing harbor channels to access surfing areas. Expect periodic wave runup across areas of the shore that typically remain dry during the afternoon high tide cycle.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
21 mph
ENE
Rain
12%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
6.6 ft
6s · E swell
Water Quality
Clean
6 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 3mo 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
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
11:48 AM
Sunset
1:10 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
85°
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
15%
76
84°
Scattered Rain Showers
33%
66
84°
Scattered Rain Showers
34%
66
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
22%
70
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
19%
76
85°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
19%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 21 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- 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.
Major
7:40 PM - 9:40 PM
Minor
3:10 AM - 4:10 AM
Major
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Minor
2:10 PM - 3:10 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
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS