Kapalua Bay, HI
Sunrise to Sunset
4752 miles
81
°F
7
16
mph
62
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~3Beach Alerts
Wind Alert
Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 1 PM-4 PM — secure umbrellas & shade (16mph)
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 11 AM-3 PM (UV Index 9)
About This Beach
Kapalua Bay Beach is a popular crescent-shaped bay on Maui known for its calm waters, excellent snorkeling opportunities, and proximity to resorts. While the sand is soft and the snorkeling is exceptional, featuring abundant fish and turtles, the beach's popularity leads to significant overcrowding and parking difficulties. Amenities such as restrooms and showers are present but may be poorly maintained.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Stroller Friendly
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 6/8/2026, 10:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 81° | 6 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 82° | 8 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 83° | 9 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 82° | 9 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 82° | 9 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 81° | 7 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 80° | 6 | 16 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 6/8/2026, 10:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 79°F | 3.9 ft | 7s | ↗ NE | +1.7 ft |
| 11:00 | 79°F | 3.9 ft | 7s | ↗ NE | +1.7 ft |
| 12:00 | 79°F | 3.9 ft | 7s | ↗ NE | +1.6 ft |
| 13:00 | 79°F | 3.9 ft | 7s | → E | +1.6 ft |
| 14:00 | 79°F | 3.9 ft | 7s | → E | +1.6 ft |
| 15:00 | 79°F | 3.9 ft | 7s | → E | +1.6 ft |
| 16:00 | 79°F | 4 ft | 7s | ↗ NE | +1.7 ft |