85°
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 · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Thursday
Sunny. High near 85, with temperatures falling to around 79 in the afternoon. West southwest wind 2 to 8 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 70. East northeast wind around 2 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
77 /100
great
72 Swim
81 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Cloudy
Wind
2 to 8 mph
WSW
Rain
10%
Thursday
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–02 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
5.6 ft
7s · ENE 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
11:46 AM
Sunset
1:09 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:04 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 1:12 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Sunny
5%
85
85°
Sunny
4%
85
85°
Sunny
2%
85
86°
Sunny
7%
85
87°
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
21%
79
86°
Sunny
12%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — 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
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Wailea Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Wailea Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS