Honolulu residents can expect a drier week ahead according to the latest weather forecast from the National Weather Service (NWS) in Honolulu. The trade winds, while still present, are predicted to slow their pace as we head into the next week. Despite the forecast's dry overall tone, those windward and mauka areas won't be left high and dry, with NWS anticipating "mainly windward and mauka showers for the next several days." As we all look forward to a reduction in the trade wind's breath, it's important to note they'll still be lively enough to stir up some moderate showers.
In the coming days, the upper-level atmospheric conditions are changing, with ridging moving into the region. This meteorological tweak, according to the NWS, will result in slight weakening trades but also maintain a moderate breeze. Embedded within the persistent trade wind flow, "occasional pockets of moisture" remain keen on reminding Hawaiians that showers are still part of the island's weather repertoire. Looking ahead to early next week, don't expect dramatic changes; the familiar surface high northeast of Hawaii will continue its eastward drift and gradual weakening.
For those with their eyes to the skies or piloting through them, breezy trades are set to persist for a few more days. The NWS also points out that "MVFR conds possible in SHRA otherwise VFR prevails." Pilots should be mindful of AIRMET Tango, which indicates areas of moderate turbulence below 8,000 feet downwind of islands' terrain.
Maritime conditions will also see the impacts of these prevailing winds. High pressure to the northeast of the state is expected to fuel "moderate to fresh trade winds" for several days, according to reports. Despite the disturbance well north of the area which might relax the pressure gradient, trades will just "ease a notch or two." Surfers riding the southern swells should be aware that the current waves are set to subside, yet another south swell will likely boost the surf back up come late Sunday. Meanwhile, east shore surfers can anticipate rough and choppy water that may settle slightly when the trades take their expected dip late in the weekend into next week. So if you're looking to ride the waves without the roughness, timing is everything, as detailed by the National Weather Service.
The NWS hasn't issued any watches, warnings, or advisories, but beachgoers should be cautious of minor coastal flooding due to high tides related to the lunar cycle. The peak high tides expected this afternoon are likely to wane along with the swell, which the NWS suggests will result in lower water levels. For the most current weather updates and advisories, islanders can check out the NWS Honolulu forecast at NWS Honolulu.
