Hāʻena Beach Park is the beach at Maniniholo Bay on Kauaʻi’s north shore, east of Mākua/Tunnels.
Hanalei water temperature today
Hanalei, Hawaii
Hanalei water temperature today is 70°F. Is it cold? It's mild for most people, so plan on a spring suit (2mm).
Water temperature refreshed hourly from a latitude-based estimate.
Hanalei stays warm year-round with water temps rarely dipping below the mid-70s. A rashguard handles most sessions, and reef booties are more important than neoprene here. Use this guide to plan around trade wind shifts and seasonal swell patterns.
70°F
Spring suit (2mm)
A spring suit or shorty wetsuit is ideal
7-Day Temperature Trend
Data from Hāʻena Beach Park (Haena / Maniniholo) · Updated hourly
Beach Water Temperatures
Current water temperatures at each surf spot. Temperatures can vary based on local conditions, currents, and depth.
Surf spots in Hanalei
Featured Beaches
4 spots
Hāʻena Beach Park (Haena / Maniniholo)
IntermediateHāʻena Beach Park is the beach at Maniniholo Bay on Kauaʻi’s north shore, east of Mākua/Tunnels.
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.
Kēʻē Beach (Kee)
IntermediateKēʻē Beach is the north-shore beach at the end of Kūhiō Highway within Hāʻena State Park.
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Featured Beaches(4)
Spot guide for Hanalei
Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.
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.
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.
Kēʻē Beach (Kee)
beach
Kēʻē Beach is the north-shore beach at the end of Kūhiō Highway within Hāʻena State Park.
What to know about water temperature
- Weekly temperature trends and seasonal averages
- Gear recommendations for dawn patrol versus midday
- Upwelling signals that drop temps overnight
- Health and recovery tips for long cold sessions
Surf Guides for Hanalei
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Hanalei
- Hanalei water is 70°F today, which is mild for most people, so most surfers wear a spring suit (2mm). Wind, air temperature, and session length change how cold it feels.
- Hanalei water is 70°F today. Readings differ from beach to beach and through the day, so check the per-beach temperatures on this page before you go.
- Water temperatures in Hanalei typically range from 73-80°F. For summer, boardshorts or rashguard is recommended. In winter, you'll want spring suit optional. Spring and fall may require adjusting based on your cold tolerance.
- Yes! During year-round, water temperatures in Hanalei are warm enough to surf in boardshorts. Outside that window, boardshorts or rashguard is a good baseline for comfortable sessions.
