Can you swim here today?
Waikīkī Beach
Honolulu, Hawaii · Beach
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Waikīkī Beach is 83°F (28°C), measured by NOAA buoy OOUH1, 3.2 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Kauai Northwest Waters; Kauai Windward Waters; Kauai Leeward Waters; Kauai Channel and other areas.
- A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Kauai Northwest Waters; Kauai Windward Waters; Kauai Leeward Waters; Kauai Channel and other areas. — NWS Honolulu HI
- Water temperature is 83°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy OOUH1, as of Oct 20, 7:18 AM UTC
Water temp
83°F
28°C
No official beach-advisory feed for Hawaii yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy OOUH1 (3.2 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:18 AM UTC.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.