Skies were mostly clear and temperatures hovered near 716F at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport today while steady east-northeast trade winds muscled through Honolulu. Scattered showers are favoring windward and mauka neighborhoods, and gusty conditions have already been reported in exposed passes and along ridgelines.,
What To Expect Through Tuesday
Winds are expected to stay breezy to downright windy through Tuesday, with sustained east-northeast speeds around 2026 mph and gusts pushing into the mid-30s or higher in the windiest passes and higher terrain. Daytime highs should top out near 79806F, with most showers clinging to windward slopes and the morning hours, while afternoons look mostly sunny for many neighborhoods.
A Wind Advisory remains in effect through 6 PM HST Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Residents are urged to secure loose outdoor items and plan for blustery conditions, according to the National Weather Service Honolulu.
Coastal Hazards And Boaters
East-facing shores are under a High Surf Advisory through 6 PM HST Tuesday, with choppy surf and strong longshore currents making the shorebreak hazardous. A Small Craft Advisory also covers many nearshore waters into Wednesday morning. Mariners and beachgoers are being urged to avoid exposed east-facing beaches during the advisory period and to follow any instructions from lifeguards or harbor officials.
For background on how this blustery pattern locked in, we covered the initial gusty trade winds slamming east shores in a report from Feb. 15.
Practical Tips
Now is a good time to bring in or lash down patio furniture, trash cans, umbrellas and anything else that might turn into an unwanted projectile in a strong gust. Drivers of high-profile vehicles should use extra caution on exposed roads and bridges where crosswinds can be tricky.
If you have ocean plans, check local harbor and lifeguard advisories before heading out and consider postponing nonessential outings until conditions ease. Forecasters are keeping an eye on a possible increase in moisture later this coming weekend, so it is worth checking for updated forecasts tomorrow.
