Geography of Waikiki Beach
Geography of Waikiki Beach: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Waikiki Beach
Waikiki is 0 mi to the north-west, ZIP Code 96815 is 0 mi to the north-west, Honolulu County is 3 mi to the north-west and Area Code 808 is 3 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 21°16′36.1″N 157°49′37.9″W (21.2767, -157.8272)
Quick facts about Waikiki Beach
| Type | Beach |
|---|---|
| City | Honolulu |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 21°16′36.1″N 157°49′37.9″W (21.2767, -157.8272) |
| Known for | beginner surf and Diamond Head views |
| Local time | 6:54 AM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | February, June, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Waikiki Beach is a beach in Honolulu. Waikiki Beach is a beach known for beginner surf and Diamond Head views.
Right now it is 83°F (29°C) in Waikiki Beach with partly cloudy. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 78°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Waikiki Beach is February, June, July, August, September, October and November. The climate is Mediterranean. January, March and April tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 67°F.
The closest major airport is Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Oahu, Maui and Haleakala National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Waikiki Beach today at 9.9/10. Gusts to 42 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Waikiki Beach month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78° | 68° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 78° | 67° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 79° | 69° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 80° | 70° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 81° | 72° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 83° | 73° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 84° | 74° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 85° | 75° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 85° | 75° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 84° | 74° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 81° | 73° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 80° | 70° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Waikiki Beach?
Waikiki Beach is a beach in Honolulu. Its coordinates are 21.2767, -157.8272. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Waikiki Beach right now?
It is currently 83°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 70% and wind is 15 mph.
When is the best time to visit Waikiki Beach?
February, June, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Waikiki Beach, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, March and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Waikiki Beach in?
Waikiki Beach observes Pacific/Honolulu (UTC-10:00). The local time is 6:54 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Waikiki Beach?
The closest airports are Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), 7 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Waikiki Beach?
Popular options include Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Oahu, Maui, Haleakala National Park, Road to Hana and Kauai.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 6:54 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
