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VOR Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-HI, US. Today, compare water temperature 26°C, wind 30 km/h · NE, uv 9.0, waves 0.7 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 67/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.

Water temperature
26°C
Wind
30 km/h · NE
UV
9.0
Waves
0.7 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Jul 12, 05:45 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 67/100

Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.

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Updated: Jul 12, 05:45 PM
Water temp
26°C
Air temp
26°C
Feels like
26°C
UV index
9.0
Wind
30 km/h · NE
Gust 62 km/h
Waves
0.7 m
Current
0 km/h · E
Parking
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo

VOR Beach

VOR Beach extends along Maui's north coast, about 2 kilometers east of Spreckelsville, in the Hawaiian archipelago. This stretch of coastline faces the Pacific Ocean and is part of a succession of small beaches lining the shore between Kahului and the Haleakalā Peninsula. The coastal landscape here remains relatively preserved, with limited access and much lower visitor numbers than the island's major tourist beaches. The characteristic turquoise waters of the central Pacific bathe a coast where sandy sections alternate with volcanic rock formations typical of Maui. Upon arrival, one perceives the quiet atmosphere of a local beach, far from the standardized amenities of coastal resorts. Polo Beach, 0.9 kilometers to the west, offers a similar setting but is slightly more frequented, while Kanaha Beach, 2.2 kilometers to the east, attracts more water sports enthusiasts. VOR Beach itself retains a more discreet character, primarily attracting residents and visitors seeking direct access to the waves without dense tourist infrastructure. The absence of official supervision and the undeveloped access for people with reduced mobility underscore its status as a community beach rather than a commercial destination. No basic services—toilets, showers, structured parking, or catering—are reported on site, requiring a certain self-sufficiency from visitors and preserving the natural integrity of the place.

About this spot

The name "VOR Beach" remains enigmatic in Maui's local historiography, with no clearly documented etymology in island tourist archives. VOR could refer to an old technical or cadastral designation, typical of Hawaiian administrative nomenclature from the 20th century. The north coast of Maui, geologically formed by eruptions of the Haleakalā volcano millions of years ago, retains the scars of this volcanic activity: black basalt rocks, solidified lava formations, and black sands mixed with white coral. This area remains a stronghold of authentic Hawaiian coastal life, where local fishermen continue to practice their ancestral traditions far from mass tourism.

Updated 5/9/2026

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Is VOR Beach good for swimming today?

VOR Beach has BeachFinder Score: 67/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.

What is the water temperature at VOR Beach today?

26°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.

How windy is VOR Beach today?

30 km/h · NE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.

What should I check before swimming at VOR Beach?

Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.

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