Honolulu is waking up warm, sticky and a little rowdy in the weather department this Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Temperatures are hovering near 73°F at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, with scattered trade‑wind showers drifting through. East‑northeast winds are running in the mid‑teens, and exposed spots are already flirting with gusts close to 30 mph. Most of these showers will be in-and-out quick, with new rainfall totals generally staying under a tenth of an inch.
Afternoon Gusts Pick Up
By this afternoon, look for partly sunny skies and a high near 82°F, with the trades kicking up to around 14–21 mph and gusts up to 29 mph along ridges and through channel gaps. Showers will mainly favor windward and mauka neighborhoods, while leeward areas stay mostly dry, aside from a few fast-moving squalls that could pop up when sea breezes collide later in the day. If you drive a high‑profile vehicle, be ready for those sudden side swipes of wind on exposed roadways.
Marine Impacts
Small Craft Advisories remain posted through 6 a.m. HST Thursday, April 30, 2026, for waters around Maui County and parts of the Big Island. Smaller boats should steer clear of open channels or tuck into sheltered waters, and be prepared for choppy, uncomfortable conditions. Surf along north and west facing shores is expected to creep up Friday and Saturday, May 1–2, 2026, and could reach advisory levels, so it is worth a second look at the report before committing to a session. This guidance comes from the National Weather Service.
What To Bring And Watch
A light rain shell will come in handy for those early windward showers, and anything light enough to tumble off the lanai should be secured before the afternoon gusts arrive. Give yourself a little extra time on mauka commutes, where quick downpours can leave roads slick and visibility briefly low. If you are planning time offshore this weekend, keep checking the latest marine forecasts so the changing winds and building surf do not catch you off guard.
