Tuesday, June 23, 2026
North Kohala Conditions π’
| Location | Rating | Visibility | Wind Speed | Waves | Currents |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hapuna Beach | 7.5 π’ | Good | E 5-10 mph | 0-1 ft Flat | Light |
| Wai’alea Bay (69) | 8.5 π’ | Good | E 5-10 mph | 0-1 ft Flat | Low |
| Makaiwa Bay | 8.5 π’ | Good | E 5-10 mph | 0-1 ft Flat | Low |
| Anaeho’omalu Bay | 7.5 π’ | Good | E 5-10 mph | 0-1 ft Flat | Light |
Description: The North Kohala coast is blocked from the southern swell moving through the islands. East trade winds are blowing at 5β10 mph, keeping the nearshore water surface flat. Frequent morning rain showers are falling over the region, but stream runoff has not altered the reef shores, keeping water visibility good at Wai’alea, Makaiwa, and Hapuna.
Kona Coast Conditions π‘
| Location | Rating | Visibility | Wind Speed | Waves | Currents |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honokohau Rock | 6.0 π‘ | Fair/Good | W 5-10 mph | 2-4 ft Wrap | Light-Moderate |
| White Sands Beach | 4.5 π‘ | Fair/Hazy | W 5-10 mph | 3-5 ft Surge Break | Moderate |
| Kahalu’u Beach Park | 7.0 π’ | Good/Fair | W 5-10 mph | 2-4 ft Reef Break | Light Surge |
Description: Marginal: A long-period south swell continues to move through the Kona side, keeping waves at 2β4 feet. West winds will pick up to 5β10 mph by afternoon. Subsurface wave energy is keeping fine sand floating in the water, which limits clarity to fair at White Sands. The outer reef at Kahalu’u is blocking the waves for a calmer inside swim area.
South Kona Conditions π‘
| Location | Rating | Visibility | Wind Speed | Waves | Currents |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kealakekua Bay | 7.0 π’ | Good | Variable < 5 mph | 2-4 ft Surge | Light |
| Pu’uhonua O Honaunau | 6.0 π‘ | Fair/Good | Variable < 5 mph | 3-5 ft Surge Loop | Light-Moderate |
| Ho’okena Beach Park | 5.5 π‘ | Fair | Variable < 5 mph | 3-5 ft Breakers | Moderate |
Description: Marginal: South Kona shores have a continuous south swell with waves breaking at 3β5 feet on the open spots. Kealakekua Bay has lower sand movement, keeping visibility good over the deep coral beds.
KEY LEGEND
- π’ (7.0-10.0) Good: Safe, clear water, low surge.
- π‘ (4.0-6.5) Marginal: Fair visibility, light surge. Use caution.
- π΄ (0.0-3.5) Dangerous: High surf, strong currents, or turbid conditions. Avoid.
BEST TIME TO GO: Early morning window (8:00 AM to 11:30 AM) to find flat water before onshore west winds start up at midday. Prioritize North Kohala or the inside of Kahalu’u reef.
MARINE ADVISORIES: There are no active high surf warnings. A long-period south swell keeps wave heights at 3 to 5 feet on south-facing shores. West winds will form over leeward spots by afternoon at 5β10 mph. Scattered clouds and rain showers are present today, and the UV index is extreme at midday.
Ocean conditions can change rapidly.Β Watch the surf, waves, currents and surge on the shoreline, rocks and reefs. Always spend 5-10 minutes in snorkel meditation watching the conditions.Β Savor the moment.Β If the water doesnβt look clear, calm and inviting, donβt go in!
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