< Winter Storm Warning Hawaii | Effective 03/15/2026 06:21

Winter Storm Warning Hawaii | Effective 03/15/2026 06:21

Headline: 
Winter Storm Warning issued March 15 at 3:21AM HST until March 16 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event: 
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 15, 2026 - 6:21am
Expires: 
March 15, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description: 
...WINTER WEATHER WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST MONDAY 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 through Monday morning. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Additional snow accumulation of 12 to 20 inches. Winds could gust over 100 mph. * WHERE...Big Island Summits. * WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Monday. * 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