Lanikai Beach Conditions & Surf Report

Lanikai Beach, on Oahu's windward side near Kailua, is regularly ranked among the most beautiful beaches in the world — a half-mile of powdery white sand and calm, brilliant turquoise water framed by the twin Mokulua islands offshore. Sheltered by a reef, it's a serene, postcard-perfect spot for swimming, kayaking, and sunrise. The water is warm year-round — typically the mid-70s to low 80s°F. Ocean conditions in Hawaii change fast and currents and shorebreak can be powerful, so check the safety flag and rip-current risk above, heed posted warnings, and swim at lifeguarded beaches.