On Tuesday, Honolulu will wake up warm, sticky, and windy, with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures around 74°F. Strong east-northeast trade winds, 20–30 mph with gusts up to 50–55 mph, are prompting a statewide Wind Advisory through 6:00 PM HST. Scattered showers are expected over windward areas, while inland highs could reach near 80°F.
Afternoon Winds And Showers
Showers will favor windward slopes and coastal areas, where the daytime chance of rain sits near 70 percent with spotty totals of about one tenth to one quarter of an inch. East-northeast winds are forecast around 20 to 23 mph through the day, with stronger gusts near ridgelines and exposed channels, so the afternoon commute could feel downright blustery. Forecasters warn that gusts may approach 50 to 55 mph in exposed locations and note that some snow is possible above about 12,000 feet on the Big Island from tonight into early Wednesday. For official watches and the full forecast discussion, see National Weather Service Honolulu.
Coastal And Marine Hazards
Those stiff trades are stacking up surf along east-facing shores, and a High Surf Advisory along with Small Craft Advisories or Gale Warnings remains in effect for many exposed coasts and channels through early Wednesday morning, February 11, 2026. Translation for anyone headed to the water: rough seas, strong currents and dangerous shorebreak. Boaters should steer clear of exposed waters, and swimmers are urged to follow lifeguard guidance. Local outlets continue to track the latest marine alerts and coastal impacts. For updated coverage, see Hawaii News Now.
What To Do
Before the strongest gusts arrive, secure patio furniture, tie down tents or awnings, and stay far from any downed branches or power lines, since winds this strong can peel shingles, scatter debris and make driving tricky, especially for high-profile vehicles. Plan on extra travel time, avoid flooded or debris-strewn roads, and hold off on small-boat outings until advisories are lifted. Keep phones charged and have flashlights and basic emergency supplies ready in case of brief power interruptions or blocked roadways.
