Station Name: Hanalei, Kauai, HI (202)
Station Type: Buoy
Data Source: National Data Buoy Center

Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet

Nearest Address:
Kuhio Hwy
Hanalei, HI 96746
Kauai County

GPS Coordinates: 22.285, -159.574

Nearby Water Temperatures

High Surf Warning issued January 14 at 3:18PM HST until January 16 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 3:18 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 4:30 AM

...HIGH SURF WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT UNTIL 6 PM HST FRIDAY FOR NORTH AND WEST FACING SHORES OF NIIHAU KAUAI OAHU MOLOKAI AND NORTH FACING SHORES OF MAUI... .An extra large long period northwest (320-340) swell will build Thursday morning, peak Thursday afternoon, then gradually fade through Friday afternoon. Surf heights should swiftly rise to above warning criteria along all exposed north and west facing shores. * WHAT...Surf building to 30 to 40 feet along north facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai and Maui. Surf building to 20 to 30 feet along west facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu and Molokai. * WHERE...North and west facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, and north facing shores of Maui. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 6 PM HST Friday. * IMPACTS...Very High...Expect ocean water surging and sweeping across beaches, coastal benches, and lava flows creating the potential for impacts to coastal properties and infrastructure, including roadways. Powerful longshore and rip currents will be present at most beaches. Large breaking waves and strong currents may impact harbor entrances and channels causing challenging boat handling.

Stay away from the shoreline along the affected coasts. Be prepared for road closures. Postpone entering or leaving channels affected by the high surf until the surf subsides.

Wind Advisory issued January 14 at 3:12PM HST until January 15 at 12:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 3:12 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 12:00 AM

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, and Maui. * WHEN...Until midnight HST tonight. * IMPACTS...Winds this strong can tear off shingles, knock down tree branches, blow away tents and awnings. Driving may become difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Watch out for falling tree branches when walking or driving. Make sure tents and awnings are secure or take them down. Be prepared for power outages. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.