Snow atop Haleakalā on Maui!

Update: 1:05 p.m., Jan. 10, 2025

The Summit District reopened at around 1 p.m. Conditions had been extremely icy with some debris on the road. The ice had mostly melted by midday, making the roads safe for travel but there is some debris and runoff on the road outside the park. While it’s now passable motorists are advised to drive slowly and with caution in the area.

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The highest peak on Maui was graced with snow this morning as blustery conditions left a blanket of white powder at the summit of Haleakalā at the 10,000 foot elevation.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Haleakalā until noon today due to hazardous winter conditions. Severe thunderstorms produced dangerous winds and treacherous winter weather on Haleakalā this morning, according to earlier reports from the NWS.

The National Park Service issued a notification this morning that the Summit District is currently closed due to heavy icing on the roadway. Staff are hoping to open as soon as the ice melts and conditions are safe for driving.

Sustained winds were reported at 70 mph with icy conditions down to the 6,000 foot elevation.

In a morning advisory, the NWS said travel is nearly impossible due to slippery conditions in the area. Winds this strong can also make it difficult to steer, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles.