Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued March 21 at 8:49AM HST until March 22 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 21, 2026 - 11:49am
Expires:
March 22, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
...A WINTER STORM WARNING IS NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM HST THIS
EVENING TO 6 PM HST SUNDAY FOR THE BIG ISLAND SUMMIMTS ABOVE 12000
FEET...
.A kona storm is likely to bring heavy snow and strong winds to the
summits beginning this evening and lasting through Sunday afternoon.
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations up to 10
inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 70 mph. Light snow
may linger Sunday night into Monday.
* WHERE...Big Island Summits.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM HST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
snow will significantly reduce visibility at times, with periods
of zero visibility.
Instruction:
A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow, sleet, and
ice are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This
will make travel very hazardous or impossible. Any travel plans to
the summits should be postponed until the threat diminishes.
Area Description:
Big Island Summit
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI
Sender: