Breezy, gusty trade winds are expected, and showers are also in the forecast, conditions that could complicate beach days, errands and outdoor plans. The bigger weather story is Tropical Storm Nolo, which is expected to strengthen as it drifts north.
Wind Builds Into The Weekend
Thursday’s forecast calls for showers and wind. The National Weather Service Honolulu office says Nolo is expected to intensify into a hurricane as it drifts north through Friday night, increasing the pressure gradient and strengthening trade winds across the islands.
Forecast-track uncertainty leaves possible impacts in play across the islands. The most serious threats are focused farther east, where a Hurricane Watch remains in effect for the Big Island and a Flood Watch covers parts of the Big Island and Maui County.
Windy Conditions Into The Weekend
Friday is forecast to be warm, with a high near 85 degrees, isolated showers and wind. Friday night is part of a period of showers and increasing winds statewide.
Weekend impacts remain possible, so people planning weekend hikes, boat trips or exposed coastal activities should keep an eye on updated forecasts.
Some Relief Arrives Next Week
The forecast then shifts to early next week, when more typical trade-wind weather is expected.
