Wailea Beach
beach
A sandy crescent on South Maui’s Wailea resort coastline.
Wailea water temperature today
Wailea, Hawaii
Wailea water temperature today is 83°F. Is it cold? It's warm for most people, so plan on boardshorts.
Water temperature refreshed hourly from an observed station reading.
Wailea 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.
83°F1° this week
Boardshorts
Warm enough for boardshorts or a bikini
7-Day Temperature Trend
Data from Wailea Beach · 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 Wailea
Featured Beaches
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Spot guide for Wailea
Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.
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 Wailea
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Wailea
- Wailea water is 83°F today, which is warm for most people, so most surfers wear boardshorts. Wind, air temperature, and session length change how cold it feels.
- Wailea water is 83°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 Wailea 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 Wailea are warm enough to surf in boardshorts. Outside that window, boardshorts or rashguard is a good baseline for comfortable sessions.
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