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Honolulu Braces for Howling Trade Winds as Hurricane Nolo Nears Big Island

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Published on September 25, 2026
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Honolulu could see isolated showers and gusty trade winds as Hurricane Nolo tracks toward the Big Island.

Friday Starts Blustery And Mostly Cloudy

Friday's rain chance is 20%, with isolated showers more likely to pass through than settle over the city. Strong trade winds could affect Oahu through the afternoon.

The National Weather Service Honolulu says Nolo is expected to turn west Friday night and continue west through the weekend. The most serious flooding and tropical alerts remain focused on the Big Island and parts of Maui County, but Oahu could still see stronger trade winds and passing showers.

Saturday Could Bring Stronger Gusts

Saturday looks wetter and windier, with scattered showers and a 40% rain chance.

A High Wind Watch for Oahu on Saturday and Saturday night remains possible. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Oahu's surrounding waters through 6 p.m. Saturday, making boating and exposed coastal travel a poor bet.

Trade Winds And Showers Could Continue

Those breezy, showery conditions could persist through the weekend.

What Honolulu Residents Should Watch

Secure loose outdoor items, allow extra time for driving in crosswinds and use caution around exposed shorelines. The forecast does not call for a washout in Honolulu, but the combination of strong winds, rough seas and nearby tropical weather means conditions can change quickly through the weekend.