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Wednesday, September 30 2026

THE SKINNY

Beautiful morning on Maui with light winds and sunshine. Hurricane Nolo is now more than 550 miles to our west, though we’re still feeling some effects from the storm. Waves coming from a more westerly direction are affecting shorelines a little differently today, with the most surf along the South Shore. A light southerly breeze will bring a mix of sunshine and clouds, with scattered showers possible throughout the day.

Northwest: 7.0

Mostly sunny skies and light winds this morning. Kapalua Bay has some surf, though the waves aren’t big, with very strong currents if you swim too far out near the points. Honolua Bay is nice and calm, with a small patch of lingering murky water on the stream side. It’s always a good idea to check from the overlook. Napili Bay has the largest waves and strongest currents. Passing showers are possible throughout the day. Please mālama ʻāina.

Ka’anapali: 6.0

Sunshine and light winds this morning, with some waves still rolling in along the shoreline. The largest surf is south of Black Rock, while Kahekili Beach has smaller waves, though they are still breaking and stirring up sand in some areas. Currents are very strong near and beyond the point at Black Rock. A light southerly breeze, increasing clouds and scattered showers are possible as the day goes on.

South Shore: 5.0

Beautiful morning with some hazardous surf in areas. Makena and Wailea have the most dangerous waves, while the Kamaole beaches have smaller surf, particularly around Kamaole 1, though waves are still breaking. Very little beach is exposed around high tide this morning, with more sand becoming available as the tide drops this afternoon. Clouds and scattered showers are possible throughout the day.