Honolulu starts Tuesday, July 7, 2026, on the gray and gusty side, with mostly cloudy skies, highs near 85°F, and isolated trade-wind showers brushing windward and mauka slopes. East-northeast trades around 9 to 17 mph, with gusts pushing into the 20s, will kick up choppy conditions along east-facing shores and keep many neighborhoods feeling blustery. Expect quick, spotty downpours rather than any long-lasting rain.
Afternoon Winds And Showers
This afternoon, most of the passing showers will favor windward coasts and upslope terrain, while leeward spots stay largely dry. Gusts into the mid 20 mph range are possible in exposed corridors, and stronger, more frequent bursts of wind can show up downwind of higher terrain.
Out On The Water
A Small Craft Advisory remains in effect for most local coastal waters through 6 PM HST, with small boats facing choppy seas and gusty winds, according to the National Weather Service Honolulu. Surf along east-facing shores will stay rough and bumpy as long as the trades stay brisk. If you are thinking about heading out, double-check harbor advisories and consider holding off on small-boat trips.
Later This Week
Forecast guidance points to an increase in mid-level moisture from Thursday into Saturday, which should bring more frequent and at times heavier trade showers overnight. Nights will feel stickier as dew points climb into the low 70s, and windward slopes could see higher overnight rainfall totals.
Plan For Outdoor Plans
Keep weekend and evening plans flexible and secure loose outdoor gear, since wind is likely to be more of a hassle than any prolonged heavy rain. For background on this persistent trade-wind pattern, revisit how sticky trades whipped Honolulu and rocked small boats.
