Paia Bay
Maui · United States
Beach break in a baygood for beginners and intermediates
Small bay by the town of Paia, softer than Ho'okipa. Best wind — S, mornings.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Beach break in a bay |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | north |
| Working swell | from northwest — northeast |
| Coordinates | 20.915, -156.382 |
FAQ
Is Paia Bay good for beginners?
Yes, Paia Bay works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Paia Bay today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#maui/paia-bay. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Maui
- Honolua Bay — Reef point, right-hander, advanced surfers
- Ho'okipa — Reef break, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Pe'ahi (Jaws) — Big-wave reef, advanced surfers