83°
Sunny
11%
76
Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Waimea Bay Beach Park
61-031 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
The North Shore's iconic big-wave beach — winter swells from October to March can produce 30-50 foot faces, and the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational only runs when the bay tops 20 feet (rare; some years no event). Summer brings calm reef-protected swimming and the famous Waimea jump rock at the south end.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
77°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. East wind 18 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.
Tonight
Isolated rain showers after midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. East wind 15 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 23 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 77°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 4.3ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
66 /100
good
64 Swim
67 Sunbathe
81 Walk
56 Fish
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Sunny
Wind
18 to 23 mph
E
Rain
11%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Isolated Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
77°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
4.3 ft
18s · WSW swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (HIZ007)
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
11:49 AM
Sunset
1:12 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
83°
Isolated Rain Showers
19%
71
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
36%
66
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
37%
66
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
32%
75
82°
Scattered Rain Showers
29%
66
83°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
27%
70
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 18 to 23 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 77°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
Free public lot at the beach park; fills early in winter for big-wave spectating.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
61-031 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Waimea Bay Beach Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Waimea Bay Beach Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Waimea Bay Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed.
Is there an entry fee at Waimea Bay Beach Park?
Entry to Waimea Bay Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Waimea Bay Beach Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Waimea Bay Beach Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Waimea Bay Beach Park?
Amenities at Waimea Bay Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Waimea Bay Beach Park?
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 Waimea Bay Beach Park located?
Waimea Bay Beach Park is in Honolulu County, HI, at 61-031 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712.
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