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UPDATE: Big Island summits brace for freezing rain, snow through Thursday morning

A winter weather advisory remains in effect for the Big Island summits, with the National Weather Service alerting locals of a rare tropical surge bringing snow and freezing rain between now and Thursday.

Flood Watch continues: Kona low brings threat of heavy rain and thunderstorms

A kona low west of the islands continues to threaten the state with the potential for heavy rain and thunderstorms. A Flood Watch remains in effect until Thursday afternoon for the entire state. There is also a Winter Weather Advisory in effect through Thursday morning for the Big Island summits.

Winter Weather Advisory for Big Island Summits until 12 p.m., Nov. 4

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the summits of Hawaiʻi Island until noon on Friday, Nov. 4, 2022. Freezing rain is expected, especially above the 13,000 foot elevation.

Winter Storm Watch Could Bring Six Inches of Snow to Big Island Summits

Forecasters with the National Weather Service say heavy snow with accumulation in excess of six inches is possible for the Big Island Summits above 12,000 feet.