Hanalei Bay (Kauai)
3.3(3)point
advanced
**Hanalei Bay** (Kauai) offers scenic North Shore point break rated 7/10. Main break is long right point on eastern side of crescent bay breaking up to 300 yards over lava reef.
Dawn patrol surfing in Hanalei
Hanalei, Hawaii
Sunrise and first light times for planning your dawn patrol session.
First light in Hanalei means glass, empty peaks, and the best conditions of the day before thermal onshores build. These 2 spots are worth the 5am alarm.
Sunrise
6:34 AMFirst Light: 6:04 AM
Day length: 12h 19m
+2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:34 AM
First light: 6:04 AM
Sunset
6:53 PM
Last light: 7:23 PM
Data from Hanalei Bay (Kauai) · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:34 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 19m |
| Tomorrow | 6:33 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 20m |
| Wed, Apr 1 | 6:32 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 21m |
| Thu, Apr 2 | 6:31 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 22m |
| Fri, Apr 3 | 6:30 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 24m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:34 AM
Sunset
6:53 PM
Day Length
12h 19m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:33 AM
Sunset
6:53 PM
Day Length
12h 20m
Wed, Apr 1
Sunrise
6:32 AM
Sunset
6:53 PM
Day Length
12h 21m
Thu, Apr 2
Sunrise
6:31 AM
Sunset
6:54 PM
Day Length
12h 22m
Fri, Apr 3
Sunrise
6:30 AM
Sunset
6:54 PM
Day Length
12h 24m
Best dawn patrol spots in Hanalei
Featured Beaches
2 spots
Hanalei Bay (Kauai)
AdvancedHanalei Bay (Kauai) offers scenic North Shore point break rated 7/10. Main break is long right point on eastern side of crescent bay breaking up to 300 yards over lava reef.
Hanalei (Wainiha) — Colony Resort
AdvancedHanalei (Wainiha) — Colony Resort is a reef/point break in Hanalei, HI. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for strong currents, shallow reef on low tide.
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Featured Beaches(2)
Dawn patrol access guide for Hanalei
Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.
Hanalei (Wainiha) — Colony Resort
4.5(2)reef/point
intermediate-advanced
Hanalei (Wainiha) — Colony Resort is a reef/point break in Hanalei, HI. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for strong currents, shallow reef on low tide.
Dawn patrol tips
- Glassy morning conditions before onshore winds
- Less crowded lineups at sunrise
- East-facing beaches for sunrise views
- Spots with easy parking for early arrivals
Surf Guides for Hanalei
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Hanalei
- Dawn patrol in Hanalei typically starts at first light, around 30 minutes before sunrise. This gives you the glassiest conditions before onshore winds develop.
- Early morning offers glassy conditions, fewer crowds, and calmer winds. Water temperature is also warmer relative to air temperature at sunrise.
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