Papakōlea Green Sand Beach, HI
Sunrise to Sunset
4482 miles
75
°F
1
4
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73
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Walk to water
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 9 AM-2 PM — not ideal for kids (5.8ft waves)
Tide Shift Notice
High Tide at 2:07 PM: Some shore areas may narrow
About This Beach
Papakōlea Green Sand Beach is a unique and secluded beach located on the Big Island of Hawaii, renowned for its rare olive-green sand created by olivine crystals. Getting there requires a challenging hike or a bumpy ride in a 4x4, adding to the adventure. The beach is nestled in a picturesque cove with dramatic cliffs, offering breathtaking views but limited shade and amenities.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 8:30:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 75° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 74° | 2 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 73° | 4 | 7 mph | 0.01 |
| 11:00 | 73° | 5 | 6 mph | 0.01 |
| 12:00 | 74° | 6 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 75° | 5 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 76° | 3 | 9 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 8:30:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 77°F | 5.8 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +1.8 ft |
| 09:00 | 77°F | 5.8 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +1.6 ft |
| 10:00 | 77°F | 5.7 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +1.6 ft |
| 11:00 | 78°F | 5.6 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +1.8 ft |
| 12:00 | 78°F | 5.6 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +2.0 ft |
| 13:00 | 78°F | 5.7 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +2.2 ft |
| 14:00 | 78°F | 5.7 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +2.3 ft |