Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 11 at 7:48PM HST until March 12 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 10:48pm
Expires:
March 12, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM HST THURSDAY FOR
THE BIG ISLAND SUMMITS ABOVE 12000 FEET...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE BIG ISLAND
SUMMITS ABOVE 12000 FEET...
.A powerful kona low located northwest of the state will bring
periods of heavy snow, thunderstorms, and strong winds Thursday
night through Saturday. Freezing fog and light snow flurries are
possible over the summits through Thursday afternoon.
* WHAT....For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow flurries and
freezing fog. For the Winter Storm Watch, blizzard conditions
possible. Total snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches. Winds
could gust as high as 110 mph.
* WHERE...Big Island Summits of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa above
12,000 feet elevation.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM HST
Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Thursday evening
through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Slick icy road conditions. Visibilities may drop below
1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow.
Instruction:
A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, or
ice will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery
roads and limited visibilities and use caution while driving.
A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.
Area Description:
Big Island Summit
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI