Waikiki Beach Conditions & Surf Report

Waikiki is the world-famous heart of Honolulu, a gently curving beach beneath the profile of Diamond Head, backed by a wall of resort hotels. Its calm, warm water and small, rolling waves make it the birthplace of modern surfing and an ideal place to learn — a lively, iconic beach at the center of Oahu's tourism. 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.