.INCREASING KONA WINDS AND POSSIBLE HEAVY SHOWERS LATE THIS
WEEKEND…
The recent spell of light winds and quiet weather will come to an
end later this weekend as a strong front approaches the Aloha
State from the northwest. Southwest winds will increase ahead of
this front Sunday and Sunday night, especially near Kauai and Oahu
where it will become locally windy.
Kona winds such as these can cause localized problems on the
typical windward side of each island, as they blow downslope from
the mountains and accelerate. This is in contrast to the recent wind events, where
trade winds brought the strongest gusts to the leeward sides.
A narrow band of gusty heavy showers, and possibly a few embedded
thundershowers, is expected to accompany the front as it passes
through. Our forecast has the front reaching Kauai late Sunday
night, Oahu Monday morning, Maui County Monday afternoon, and the
Big Island Monday night. The front appears as though it will be
moving fast enough to prevent widespread significant flooding
problems, but the rain may be briefly heavy enough to cause
localized ponding or minor flooding.
Drier gusty northwest winds and more settled weather will follow
after the front comes through.
The National Weather Service will continue to monitor this
situation this weekend. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your
favorite local media source for updated information. Pay attention
to any watches, warnings, or advisories that may be needed.
Instructions:
Target Area:
Big Island Interior
Big Island North and