Headline:
Winter Storm Watch issued March 11 at 3:13AM HST until March 14 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 6:13am
Expires:
March 11, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
...WINTER STORM WATCH 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.
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations up to 8
inches possible.
* WHERE...Big Island Summits.
* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Saturday afternoon.
* 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 Watch means there is potential for significant snow
or ice accumulations that may impact the summits. Anyone planning
travel to the summits, including hikers and campers, should monitor
the latest forecasts and consider postponing their trip until
improved weather returns.
Area Description:
Big Island Summit
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI
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