87°
Mostly Sunny
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Maui County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
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.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
79°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny. High near 87, with temperatures falling to around 81 in the afternoon. North northwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 70. North wind 6 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 13 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
67 /100
good
54 Swim
76 Sunbathe
85 Walk
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
10 mph
NNW
Rain
4%
Today
UV Peak
13 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~15m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
5.9 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
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
11:54 AM
Sunset
1:08 AM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:06 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 10:43 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 5:31 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:26 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:16 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 11:23 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 5:49 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:52 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 12:12 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 5:57 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:39 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:07 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 2:03 PM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 5:35 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:26 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:46 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:26 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 12:32 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:28 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 1:05 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 1615680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Sunny
3%
83
86°
Mostly Sunny
2%
84
86°
Partly Sunny
4%
83
87°
Mostly Sunny
2%
81
87°
Mostly Sunny
1%
80
86°
Mostly Sunny
1%
81
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 13 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free public access lots between resorts.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
3900 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI 96753
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Wailea Beach today?
Wailea 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. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
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.
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