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Low ‘meanders’ away; Winter Weather Advisory issued for Big Island summits
On the Big Island, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until midnight tomorrow for the summits above 11,000 feet.
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.
Flood Watch issued for Hawaiian Islands as deep moisture moves over the islands
“A surface trough will develop west of the islands, allowing deep moisture to move over the islands from the south. While rainfall may be light at first, heavier slow-moving showers are expected to develop, bringing the potential for flash flooding.”
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 Weather Advisory for Big Island Summits above 12,500 feet
The advisory calls for periods of freezing rain, drizzle and snow at elevations above 12,500 feet. Total snow accumulations of 2-4 inches are possible along with light ice accumulations.
Emergency Management Agency Urges Preparedness as Kona Low Impacts Hawai‘i
Periods of extremely heavy rainfall are expected as a Kona Low develops west of Kauaʻi, and pulls deep moisture over the islands. A slow-moving band of heavy rain is expected to move over the Big Island and Maui County today, spreading to Oʻahu and Kauaʻi County tonight and Monday. Widespread rainfall total amounts of 10 to 15 inches are anticipated, with isolated areas of 20 to 25 inches possible.
Haleakalā Reopens on Maui; Fleeting Snow has Passed, Caution Remains for Icy Roads
A winter weather advisory was in effect yesterday through midnight as a passing disturbance brought fleeting snow to the upper elevations of Haleakala and more frigid conditions to the Big Island Summits.
Summit District of Haleakalā National Park Temporarily Closed
The Summit District of Haleakalā National Park is temporarily closed due to winter weather conditions effective April 11, 2021 at 3 p.m. The closure begins at the Summit Entrance Station on Haleakalā Highway extending up to the summit. The Summit District of Haleakalā National Park will reopen once conditions improve.
Cold Front Brings Snow, Prompts Winter Weather Advisories
The wintry conditions have prompted a winter weather advisory, in effect for areas above the 9,000 foot elevation until 10 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021.
Hawaiʻi Island Residents Urged to Exercise Caution on Maunakea Summit
Hawaiʻi Island residents are urged to exercise caution when traveling and visiting the summit of Maunakea, which remains under a winter weather advisory until 6 a.m. on Thursday.
Six Inches of Snow Forecast for Big Island Summits
According to the NWS, a “wintry mix of snow and freezing rain expected,” with total snow accumulations of up to 6 inches between the 12,500 and 13,000 foot elevation.
Snow Accumulations of 2-4 Inches Forecast for Big Island Summits
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the summits of Hawaiʻi Island, in effect from today to 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021.
Snow in Forecast for Big Island Summits
The National Weather Service says a “wintry mix of rain, snow and freezing rain” are expected with total snow accumulations of up to two inches in the forecast.
Another Dusting of Snow Forecast for Haleakalā
Additional snow accumulations of 1-3 inches and ice accumulations of around one-tenth of an inch is in the forecast, with winds gusting as high as 120 mph.
Six Consecutive Snow Days at Haleakalā “Unusual” But Not Unheard-Of
NOAA Hydrologist, Kevin Kodama called the six-day stretch on Maui from Feb. 10-15, unusual, saying it “probably hasn’t happened in the last 10 to 20 years.”
Maui Snow Sticks Around for Weekend, Flooding Rain in Forecast
The Winter Weather Advisory has been extended and is now in effect until 10 a.m. for the summit of Haleakalā on Maui
One More Inch of Snow at Haleakalā Today
Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch is forecast over Haleakalā today.
More Maui Snow! Up to Six Inches in Forecast
A winter storm warning remains in effect until 6 p.m. for Haleakalā summit with additional snow accumulation of up to six inches possible by this evening.
Additional Snow Accumulation at Haleakalā; Closed Until Further Notice
Occasional snow showers and freezing fog will continue into the morning hours above the 8,000 foot elevation of Haleakalā. The public is advised that Haleakalā National Park is closed until further notice due to the extreme weather conditions at the summit.