Honolulu starts Saturday under mostly clear skies, with a warm afternoon ahead and trade winds doing their usual best to steal the spotlight. The high should reach 84 degrees, while east-northeast winds of 10 to 18 mph are expected across exposed areas.
Sunny Saturday, Showers After Midnight
Saturday will be mostly sunny through the afternoon, with only a small chance of rain. Brief showers are possible mainly along windward mountain ranges overnight to early morning.
Sunday looks sunnier, with another high near 84 degrees and east-northeast winds around 22 mph. Gusts could reach 31 mph, so open beaches, ridgelines and outdoor setups may feel considerably breezier than the thermometer suggests.
Wind And Water Stay The Bigger Story
Forecasters say Tropical Storm Pena is expected to continue westward well south of the Hawaiian Islands, keeping its direct effects away from Oahu. The main local concern is a persistent trade-wind pattern, with occasional brief showers rather than a widespread soaking rain.
A Small Craft Advisory remains in effect until 6 a.m. Monday for most Hawaiian coastal waters and channels, according to National Weather Service Honolulu. A reinforcing north-northwest swell arriving late Saturday could push surf toward advisory levels late Saturday night into Sunday morning, while east-facing shores remain rough and choppy.
Drier Pattern Holds Into Midweek
Monday and Tuesday should stay mostly sunny, with highs near 84 degrees and breezy trade winds continuing. Winds may ease slightly Tuesday before trade winds strengthen again Wednesday, with Thursday to Friday bringing the next best chance for increased showers.
The updated outlook follows Hoodline’s earlier Honolulu forecast, putting stronger trades, rougher coastal conditions and the late-Saturday shower chance front and center. Beachgoers and boaters should check conditions before heading out, while anyone with loose items outdoors may want to secure them before the wind picks up.
