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Honolua Bay

Good

Wave Height

2-4

ft

Swell

~8s

NNE

Wind

2mph

Onshore (NW)

Water

76°

Boardshorts

Rising• High in 12m

Updated: 2/27/2026, 5:33:22 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

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About Honolua Bay

Honolua Bay is Maui's best wave—a world-class right-hand point break that peels through a pristine marine preserve on the island's northwest tip. When a solid north swell wraps into the bay, the wave offers long, perfectly shaped walls with multiple barrel sections. The jungle-lined cliffs, crystal-clear water, and lack of development make it one of the most beautiful surf settings in the world. The WSL has held championship events here for good reason.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at Honolua Bay?

The current water temperature at Honolua Bay is 76°F. Boardshorts or a rashguard should be comfortable.

What is the surf like at Honolua Bay today?

Honolua Bay currently has waves around 2-4ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.

What time is high tide at Honolua Bay?

Today's high tide at Honolua Bay is at 5:50 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What time is low tide at Honolua Bay?

Today's low tide at Honolua Bay is at 9:47 PM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What are the best conditions for surfing Honolua Bay?

Honolua Bay works best with swells from the N, NW, NNW and S, SE, E winds (offshore). The ideal tide is mid.

Is Honolua Bay good for beginners?

Honolua Bay is best suited for intermediate surfers who are comfortable paddling out and catching unbroken waves. Beginners may find it challenging on bigger days.

This Week's Outlook

Monday morning's looking most dialed with clean 3-footers, light winds, and a decent tide push around that noon high. Tuesday could get bigger but the wind's gonna be honking and the shorter period means it'll be more junky.

Updated 2/27/2026, 6:08:03 PM

Spot Info

Break TypePoint Break
BottomCoral Reef
Skill LevelIntermediate to Advanced
CrowdHeavy
Best TideMid
Best SwellN, NW, NNW
Best WindS, SE, E
ParkingDirt pulloff on Honoapiilani Hwy, short trail to cliffs

Local Tip

Don't touch the reef or the marine life—it's a preserve. The trail down is slippery. Winter NW swells are magic.