Wailea Beach

3900 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI 96753

A half-mile crescent of upscale South Maui beach, fronted by the Four Seasons and Grand Wailea resorts. Excellent snorkeling at the southern lava-rock point, the Wailea Beach Path running south to Polo Beach. Reliably calm, warm, and clear.

Ideal for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 78°F water · 84°F air

Full NWS forecast for Today

Sunny. High near 84, with temperatures falling to around 77 in the afternoon. West northwest wind around 7 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 65. North northeast wind 5 to 9 mph.

Weather

  • 84°F air — ideal beach weather
  • Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

  • 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
  • 4.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids

Safety

  • UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
  • NWS alert active — marine weather statement issued june 2 at 3:39pm hst by nws honolulu hi
64 /100
good
44 Swim
83 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo

Best for walking today

Marine Alert Marine Weather Statement

Marine Weather Statement issued June 2 at 3:39PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

NWS · In effect through Jun 4, 1:45 AM

Full NWS statement

A long-period south-southwest swell will produce surges in south facing harbors through early Thursday. The swell will also produce breaking waves near harbor entrances. Mariners using these harbors should exercise caution when entering or leaving and when mooring or launching vessels. Boaters should expect recreational surfers and body boarders utilizing harbor channels to access surfing areas.

Air Temp
84°F
Mostly Clear and Windy
Wind
7 mph
WNW
Rain
3%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
4.9 ft
8s · NE swell

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ049)

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 3, 7:05 PM

Sunrise
11:44 AM
Sunset
1:03 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-day chart →
Time Type Height
2:38 AM High 1.0 ft
9:16 AM Low -0.3 ft
5:12 PM High 2.3 ft
Today Jun 3
84°

Sunny

3%
86
Thu Jun 4
83°

Mostly Sunny

11%
85
Fri Jun 5
82°

Mostly Sunny

11%
85
Sat Jun 6
82°

Mostly Sunny

11%
85
Sun Jun 7
83°

Mostly Sunny

1%
85
Mon Jun 8
83°

Mostly Sunny

1%
85
Tue Jun 9
83°

Partly Sunny

5%
85
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
  • optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F

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

Parking

Free public access lots between resorts.

Dogs

Dogs allowed leashed.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

3900 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI 96753

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Is Wailea Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs allowed leashed.

Is there an entry fee at Wailea Beach?

Entry to Wailea Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Wailea Beach?

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

What amenities are at Wailea Beach?

Amenities at Wailea Beach include restrooms, showers, restaurants at resorts, beach service rentals.

When is the water warmest at Wailea 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 Wailea Beach located?

Wailea Beach is in Maui County, HI, at 3900 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI 96753.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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