Kaanapali Beach, HI
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 4 AM-9 AM — not ideal for kids (9s wave period)
About This Beach
Kaanapali Beach in Maui is a long, wide stretch of sand known for its stunning sunsets and proximity to Whalers Village. While offering snorkeling opportunities, especially near Black Rock, and various water activities, the beach is often crowded due to its location near many resorts. This combination of beautiful scenery and active atmosphere makes it a popular, but potentially busy, destination for tourists.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
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Average Rating
"Beautiful sunsets, great snorkeling, but crowded and parking is difficult. Water conditions vary."
Kaanapali Beach is a popular tourist destination with beautiful scenery and various water activities, but suffers from crowding and parking issues. It's suitable for snorkeling and surfing, but not consistently kid-friendly due to varying water conditions and a lack of lifeguards.
Weather Forecast
Updated: 9/23/2025, 3:30:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:00 | 78° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 04:00 | 78° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 77° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 77° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 77° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 08:00 | 79° | 1 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 80° | 3 | 8 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 9/23/2025, 3:30:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:00 | 82°F | 2.7 ft | 8s | ↗ NE | +3.0 ft |
| 04:00 | 82°F | 2.6 ft | 9s | ↗ NE | +3.0 ft |
| 05:00 | 82°F | 2.6 ft | 9s | ↗ NE | +2.9 ft |
| 06:00 | 82°F | 2.6 ft | 9s | ↗ NE | +2.6 ft |
| 07:00 | 82°F | 2.6 ft | 9s | ↗ NE | +2.2 ft |
| 08:00 | 82°F | 2.6 ft | 9s | ↗ NE | +1.8 ft |
| 09:00 | 82°F | 2.6 ft | 9s | ↗ NE | +1.6 ft |