Keālia Beach, HI
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 10 AM-3 PM — not ideal for kids (5.4ft waves)
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 12 PM-2 PM (UV Index 8)
About This Beach
Kealia Beach is a long, sandy beach on Kauai's east side, easily accessible from the highway. It's known for its strong waves, making it popular for surfing and bodyboarding, but less ideal for calm swimming, especially for inexperienced swimmers or young children. The beach offers amenities like restrooms, showers, picnic tables, and a lifeguard station, making it a convenient and well-equipped spot. However, parking lot conditions might be poor.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 3/15/2026, 9:45:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 70° | 2 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 72° | 3 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 73° | 5 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 74° | 7 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 75° | 8 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 74° | 7 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 75° | 6 | 5 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/15/2026, 9:45:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 76°F | 5.6 ft | 8s | → E | +1.9 ft |
| 10:00 | 76°F | 5.4 ft | 9s | → E | +2.1 ft |
| 11:00 | 77°F | 5.4 ft | 9s | → E | +2.2 ft |
| 12:00 | 77°F | 5.3 ft | 9s | → E | +2.3 ft |
| 13:00 | 77°F | 5.2 ft | 9s | → E | +2.4 ft |
| 14:00 | 77°F | 5.2 ft | 9s | → E | +2.3 ft |
| 15:00 | 77°F | 5.1 ft | 9s | ↘ SE | +2.0 ft |