#winter storm warning

Winter Storm Watch: Snow accumulations of up to 4 inches possible at Haleakalā on Maui

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch in effect late Wednesday night through late Thursday night at the summit of Haleakalā on Maui. The forecast calls for snow accumulations of up to four inches with a mix of snow and precipitation expected. A storm earlier this month dropped a light layer of snow at the upper reaches of the summit. PC: (1.10.25) Cindy Hara

Winter Storm Warning issued for Big Island Summits from noon on Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Big Island Summits, in effect from noon on Friday, May 10 to 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2024.

Sunday Updates: Kona low brings threat of showers and thunderstorms

A strong front is moving rapidly toward the main Hawaiian Islands, bringing periods of heavy showers and thunderstorms through Monday night. Strong and damaging southwest, or kona, winds will also develop tonight and continue through Monday.

Snow Possible Atop Haleakalā on Maui This Weekend

A Winter Storm Watch was issued for the summits on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi and Haleakalā on Maui for elevations above 9,000 feet from Saturday night to Sunday afternoon.

Winter Weather Advisory Cancelled at Haleakalā

The winter weather advisory has been extended once again for the Summit of Haleakalā until noon today.  

Winter Weather Advisory Extended for Haleakalā Summit

Showers will likely continue to move over the islands today, leading to additional snow accumulations of up to two inches at the summit of Haleakalā on Maui.

Haleakalā National Park Temporary Road Closure due to Winter Conditions

There is a temporary road closure in Haleakalā National Park due to winter weather conditions. The Haleakalā Highway temporary closure begins at Kalahaku Overlook (9,324 feet) and extends up to the summit of Haleakalā.

Snow Graces Haleakalā Summit on Maui

Snow and freezing rain fell over Haleakala on Maui as the summit was added to a winter storm warning overnight.  The warning remains in effect until noon today with additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.  

Freezing Rain, Snow Forecast Overnight at Maui’s Haleakalā Summit

A mix of rain, snow and freezing rain are expected at the Summit of Haleakalā overnight. The NWS issued a Winter Weather Warning overnight advising against travel to the location due to hazardous conditions. Maui last saw snow atop Haleakalā during a winter storm last year that forced the closure of the summit for at least six days.

Four More Inches of Snow in Forecast for Big Island Summits

The NWS is forecasting heavy snow and patchy ice with additional snow accumulations of up to 4 inches, mainly above 12,000 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.

Snow on Maunakea, Moisture on Maui

Snow accumulation of 1-2 feet is expected, with localized higher amounts possible on the Big Island summits above 12,000 feet.

Snow Expected on Big Island Summits

The summits of the Big Island can expect a white winter with 6 inches of snow expected today.