Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Honolulu woke to a muggy morning in the low 70s, with a high near 83°F on tap and scattered trade-wind showers queued up for the next several days. The headline is classic east-northeast trades: brief, mostly windward showers overnight and in the early mornings, then partly sunny afternoons with gusts that can kick up choppy channels and slow the drive home.
Afternoon Gusts And Commute
East-northeast winds are forecast around 12 to 22 mph, with gusts commonly in the mid 20s and locally near 30 mph in exposed channel gaps and ridges, which can make steering high-profile vehicles a little dicey. Hawaii News Now notes the moderate trades should hang on through the week, especially Wednesday, April 29, and Thursday, April 30, so it is a good time to secure loose outdoor items and plan for gusty afternoon commutes.
Showers Favor Windward Slopes
Shower chances are generally running in the 20 to 40 percent range and will favor windward and mauka neighborhoods during the overnight to early morning hours. Most downpours should be brief and localized. According to the National Weather Service, new rainfall amounts will generally stay under a tenth of an inch, although repeated quick-moving showers over the same ridge can leave roads damp and visibility reduced.
Boaters And Surf
There are no watches or warnings posted at the moment, but forecasters say Small Craft Advisory conditions are likely to develop for windier waters around Maui County and the Big Island beginning Wednesday, April 29. Hawaii News Now also highlights a small northwest bump today and a stronger northwest pulse expected Friday and Saturday, May 1 and 2, which could push north and west facing shores toward advisory levels, so check harbor notices before heading out.
What To Bring
For errands and beach plans over the next several days, a light rain shell for early morning windward showers should do the trick, along with tying down patio furniture and leaving a few extra minutes for mauka commutes. For background and yesterday's outlook, see our April 27 update.
