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Makalawena Beach

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Quick answer: Makalawena Beach today

Makalawena Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-HI, US. Today, compare water temperature 28°C, wind 7 km/h · E, uv 9.1, waves 1.0 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 72/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.

Water temperature
28°C
Wind
7 km/h · E
UV
9.1
Waves
1.0 m
Water quality
Check official advisories
Last updated: Aug 11, 02:00 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 72/100

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

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Updated: Aug 11, 02:00 AM
Water temp
28°C
Air temp
27°C
Feels like
32°C
UV index
9.1
Wind
7 km/h · E
Gust 12 km/h
Waves
1.0 m
Current
1 km/h · NW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo

Makalawena Beach

Makalawena Beach is a verified beach location in Hawaii, United States. Today’s answer remains conditional: compare the water and weather picture with access information and local safety guidance. That distinction matters: the location changes slowly, while marine conditions can change before you arrive. The verified dossier gives a narrower, more useful picture. For underfoot planning, the verified map data records sand. The Wikidata record provides this short type note: “beach in Hawaii County Hawaii United States.” The recorded map position is 19.79194, -156.02755, which helps distinguish this beach from similarly named places. For comparison, the location data places 49 Black Sand Beach at about 22 km and Waialea Beach at about 29.5 km nearby; inspect live conditions instead of choosing only by distance. Use a conditions-first test before accepting the beach as today’s choice. The strongest search questions for this beach concern the current swell, wave period and wind effect; the official access route, parking rules and final walk; posted warnings, water movement and current official advice. These are same-day checks, not permanent characteristics. Keep one alternative open and treat flags, closures and instructions from local safety staff as the final decision source. For an early or late visit, check whether access hours match the plan and whether the return route remains practical after daylight or transit changes.

About this spot

For Makalawena Beach, the editorial task is to connect durable geography with an arrival-time decision. Its position in Hawaii, United States stays useful from one visit to the next, while water, wind, UV and restrictions require a new check. For comparison, the location data places 49 Black Sand Beach at about 22 km and Waialea Beach at about 29.5 km nearby; inspect live conditions instead of choosing only by distance.

Updated 7/10/2026

Frequently asked questions

Is Makalawena Beach good for swimming today?

Makalawena Beach has BeachFinder Score: 72/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.

What is the water temperature at Makalawena Beach today?

28°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.

How windy is Makalawena Beach today?

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

What should I check before swimming at Makalawena Beach?

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

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