Kaunaʻoa (Mauna Kea) Beach, HI
Sunrise to Sunset
4747 miles
82
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0
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60
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 6 PM-12 AM — swimming not recommended
About This Beach
Kaunaʻoa Beach, also known as Mauna Kea Beach, is a stunning crescent-shaped cove boasting soft, white sand and calm, clear turquoise waters. Located adjacent to the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, this public beach offers limited parking, resulting in a generally less crowded atmosphere compared to nearby beaches. Amenities include clean restrooms and outdoor showers, but shade is limited; visitors are advised to bring their own.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
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Activities & Rentals
Snorkeling
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 5/18/2026, 6:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 | 82° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 81° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 81° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 80° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 79° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 23:00 | 78° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 00:00 | 77° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 5/18/2026, 6:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 | 81°F | 1.2 ft | 10s | ↙ SW | +3.7 ft |
| 19:00 | 81°F | 1.2 ft | 10s | ↙ SW | +3.4 ft |
| 20:00 | 81°F | 1.2 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | +2.9 ft |
| 21:00 | 81°F | 1.2 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | +2.3 ft |
| 22:00 | 81°F | 1.2 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | +1.8 ft |
| 23:00 | 81°F | 1.2 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | +1.4 ft |
| 00:00 | 81°F | 1.2 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | +1.3 ft |