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Aloha Today — Your Daily Hawaii Briefing — Sunday 2026-09-06 · Aloha Today — Your Daily Hawaii Briefing

• 0:00
  Aloha. Sunday morning — Hurricane Lowell is on its way. It'll pass west of Kauaʻi as a strong Category 2–3 hurricane Monday night, bringing heavy rain, high surf, and rough conditions statewide through Tuesday.
• 1:57
  Conditions are already starting to deteriorate this evening as southeast winds pick up and moisture increases. Rain could be heavy and intense anywhere across the state — expect 2 to 8 inches statewide, with localized amounts near 12 inches possible on Kauaʻi. A Flood Watch is in effect from Sunday evening through Tuesday. Kauaʻi and Niʻihau will see the strongest impacts, but all islands are at risk. If you're planning outdoor activities, plan for wet weather and avoid driving through flood-prone areas.
• 2:23
  South and west-facing shores will see dangerously high surf Monday — well above normal, coinciding with high tides. Waikīkī is at 5.8 feet today, but expect it to climb steeply by tomorrow. Kauaʻi's north shore is already at 6.3 feet — experienced swimmers and surfers only. The Big Island stays smaller at 2.4 feet, but coastal areas everywhere should brace for rough conditions.
• 2:42
  Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is open, though the Sulphur Banks Bridge remains closed while the boardwalk stays accessible. Kīlauea is at an advisory level — if you're heading up this week, check conditions before you go and be aware volcanic ash is a potential hazard.
• 2:55
  If you're thinking ahead to calmer times, our new piece on winter snorkeling breaks down the best south and sheltered shores for Hawaiʻi from November through April, island by island, with daily condition tips. Once the hurricane clears and high pressure rebuilds by Thursday, drier weather returns — good time to reference which spots are safest for snorkeling when seas settle down again.
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  For a full rundown of what we're tracking this week, head over to hawaii-guide dot com slash this-week.
• 3:20
  Stay safe through Tuesday — avoid flood-prone roads and coastal areas with high surf. Talk to you tomorrow.