Station Name: Hilo, Hilo Bay, Kuhio Bay
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents

Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet

Sensor Depth: -18 feet

Nearest Address:
Kuhio Bay
Hilo, HI 96720
Hawaiʻi County

GPS Coordinates: 19.73, -155.056

Nearby Water Temperatures

Special Weather Statement issued May 4 at 3:03PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

WHAT...An episodic fountaining eruption is expected within the Kilauea summit caldera. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has indicated a potential eruption window between now and Thursday, May 7. Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12 hours but ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and weather. IMPACTS...If an eruption occurs, varying levels of ash, Pele's hair, and other lightweight tephra may fall downwind of the eruption. Smaller particles can travel farther from the eruption site and may affect communities at greater distances. Note that trade winds will weaken after today, leading to onshore sea breezes during the day and offshore land breezes at night from Tuesday through Thursday.

Effective: Wed December 31, 1969, 2:00 PM
Expires: Wed December 31, 1969, 2:00 PM

WHAT...An episodic fountaining eruption is expected within the Kilauea summit caldera. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has indicated a potential eruption window between now and Thursday, May 7. Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12 hours but ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and weather. IMPACTS...If an eruption occurs, varying levels of ash, Pele's hair, and other lightweight tephra may fall downwind of the eruption. Smaller particles can travel farther from the eruption site and may affect communities at greater distances. Note that trade winds will weaken after today, leading to onshore sea breezes during the day and offshore land breezes at night from Tuesday through Thursday.

Ashfall Advisory issued May 5 at 8:52AM HST until May 5 at 8:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Tue May 5, 2026, 8:52 AM
Expires: Tue May 5, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Kilauea is erupting lava fountains within the summit caldera. Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12 hours but ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and weather conditions. * WHERE...Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and areas to the north and northeast, including the communities of Volcano and Mountain View. * WHEN...Until 8 PM HST this evening. * IMPACTS...The public will be affected by a limited hazard extent. Varying levels of tephra, including ash, Peles hair and other lightweight pumice may fall downwind of the eruption. These small particles are eye and respiratory irritants, but will have low level impacts for most people.

Limit exposure to tephra, especially if you have respiratory sensitivities. Wear a mask, gloves, eye protection, and long clothing when clearing ashfall. Close windows and doors. Cover and disconnect water catchment systems to protect your water supply.