Oahu residents can expect more stable weather as trade winds strengthen through the weekend. According to the Honolulu Weather Forecast, these trade winds, typical of the Hawaiian climate, will return after a period of calm, becoming breezy from Friday through early next week.
While a surface trough to the north heads further northwest, dry and stable conditions are predicted to prevail, along with increased windward and mauka showers, the officials at the National Weather Service in Honolulu advise. In a pattern that locals are accustomed to, low cloud bands approaching from the north signal the strengthening trades. Moving through the islands, these cloud bands could cause periodic shower increases, especially in areas more exposed to the prevailing winds.
The weekend outlook will remain mostly dry, as per the satellite imagery reviewed early in the morning. While windward spots and higher elevations will mostly experience the incoming cloud cover and showers, other parts of the islands will likely stay dry, enjoying what can be considered typical island weather.
For pilots, the situation translates to moderate to breezy trading winds, as forecasted by the aviation authorities. "SHRA and low cigs should mainly be focused over windward and mauka locations," the experts at the National Weather Service said. Except for brief periods of marginal visual flight rules conditions in passing showers, the overall visual flight rules are expected to prevail across the region.
Boaters and maritime enthusiasts must note the strengthening trade winds, potentially necessitating Small Craft Advisories, particularly around Maui County and the Big Island. High-pressure building to the northeast will herald the return of moderate to locally strong trade winds by next week.
On the surfing front, expectations should be tempered for the north-facing shores as the current north swell begins to ebb. Conversely, east-facing shores will see a rise in surf to near-normal levels as the trade winds gain momentum. The marine update also hints at a mix of south and southeast swells producing small but potentially enjoyable conditions for surfers in the coming days.
No weather watches, warnings, or advisories are active. Islanders can confidently plan outdoor activities with the current weather.
