Kitesurfing Kihei South Beach
Hawaii, United States
Wind & Conditions
South Maui beach, W-SW-facing into Maalaea Bay. Different wind window from Kanaha/Ka'a (N Maui). Strong channeled W-SW trade wind (230–260°, 15–25 kn) afternoons Apr–Sep. Flat water inside bay; kite shops in Kihei town. 28km from existing Kanaha/Kite Beach spots.
About Kihei South Beach
Kihei Charter School is a public charter school located in Kihei, Maui, Hawaii. Founded in 2001, Kihei Charter has been the only high school in Kihei, until the construction of Kulanihakoi High School, which opened in August 2023. Kihei Charter operates three different schools at one location, serving children from kindergarten through 12th grade. Kihei Charter advertises the use of project-based learning pedagogy and a focus on STEM education.
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Best Season
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Kihei South Beach.
World Ranking
RegionalNot globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
Facilities & Services
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn
- d'Lite Restaurant
- Fat Daddy's Smokehouse Restaurant
- Kamana Indian Cuisine Restaurant
- King's BBQ & Chinese Restaurant Restaurant
- Life's a Beach Restaurant
- Sansei Seafood Restraunt & Sushi Bar Restaurant
- Dog & Duck Bar / Café
- Kahale's Beach Club Bar / Café
- Lava Java Bar / Café
- Little Bar at Stewz Bar / Café
- South Shore Tiki Lounge Bar / Café
- Starbucks Bar / Café
Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors
When is the best time to kitesurf at Kihei South Beach?
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Kihei South Beach — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Is Kihei South Beach suitable for beginner kiters?
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
What wind direction works at Kihei South Beach?
South Maui beach, W-SW-facing into Maalaea Bay. Different wind window from Ka... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
What kite size do you need at Kihei South Beach?
Kihei South Beach delivers consistent wind, so most riders use a 9–12m kite under typical conditions. Exact size depends on your weight and the day's strength. Breeza calculates the right kite for your specific setup and gives you a rideability verdict before you head out.
Is it safe to kitesurf at Kihei South Beach?
Safety at Kihei South Beach depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
See if Kihei South Beach is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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