Station Name: Kawaihae
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents

Elevation Above Sea Level: 30 feet

Sensor Depth: -5 feet

Nearest Address:
Akoni Pule Hwy
Kawaihae, HI 96743
Hawaiʻi County

GPS Coordinates: 20.03660, -155.82940

Nearby Water Temperatures

Flood Advisory issued February 9 at 5:36AM HST until February 9 at 9:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Mon February 9, 2026, 5:36 AM
Expires: Mon February 9, 2026, 9:00 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...The island of Hawaii in Hawaii County. * WHEN...Until 900 AM HST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding on roads, poor drainage areas, and in streams. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 534 AM HST, radar indicated heavy rain over portions of the coastal and upslope areas of the Hamakua and Hilo districts. Rain rate trends decrease slightly this morning to 0.5 to 1.0 inch per hour, mainly between Hawi and Laupahoehoe, particularly over the Pu'u O Umi Natural Area Reserve. This could result in flooding in stream channels and along portions of Highway 19. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Kapaau, Honokaa, Paauilo, Kukuihaele, Waipio Valley, Kamuela, Waimanu Valley, Ookala, Laupahoehoe, Pololu Valley, Ninole, Kohala Ranch, Halaula, Hakalau, Honomu, Hawi, Pepeekeo, Papaikou, Mahukona and Paukaa.

Stay away from streams, drainage ditches and low lying areas prone to flooding. A statewide Flood Watch is also in effect until Monday 6 PM HST.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 9 at 3:31AM HST until February 9 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Mon February 9, 2026, 3:31 AM
Expires: Mon February 9, 2026, 6:00 PM

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FOR THE BIG ISLAND SUMMITS ABOVE 12000 FEET ELEVATION... .A disturbance aloft in combination with abundant moisture will bring periods of heavy snowfall to the Big Island summits of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa today. * WHAT...Periods of heavy snow with storm total snow accumulations of greater than 12 inches expected. * WHERE...Big Island Summits. * WHEN...Until 6 PM HST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.

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.

High Wind Warning issued February 9 at 3:30AM HST until February 9 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Mon February 9, 2026, 3:30 AM
Expires: Mon February 9, 2026, 6:00 PM

* WHAT...East winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of Kahoolawe, Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu, and the Big Island Hawaii. * WHEN...Until 6 PM HST this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines and damage roofs. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Strong winds may lead to property damage. Hazardous driving conditions due to powerful cross winds will pose a serious risk for drivers, especially for light weight and high profile vehicles. Loose outdoor items should be brought inside or secured properly. A High Wind Warning means that winds are expected to be at least 40 mph, with gusts over 60 mph. Stay away from downed power lines.

High Wind Warning issued February 9 at 3:30AM HST until February 9 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Mon February 9, 2026, 3:30 AM
Expires: Mon February 9, 2026, 6:00 PM

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Niihau, Oahu, and the Big Island Hawaii. * WHEN...Until 6 PM HST this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines and damage roofs. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Strong winds may lead to property damage. Hazardous driving conditions due to powerful cross winds will pose a serious risk for drivers, especially for light weight and high profile vehicles. Loose outdoor items should be brought inside or secured properly. A High Wind Warning means that winds are expected to be at least 40 mph, with gusts over 60 mph. Stay away from downed power lines.

Flood Watch issued February 9 at 3:29AM HST until February 9 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Mon February 9, 2026, 3:29 AM
Expires: Mon February 9, 2026, 6:00 PM

...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FOR ALL HAWAIIAN ISLANDS THROUGH 6 PM HST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...All the main Hawaiian islands. * WHEN...Through 6 PM HST this evening. * IMPACTS...Flood prone roads and other low lying areas may be closed due to elevated runoff and overflowing streams. Urban areas may receive more significant flooding and property damage due to rapid runoff. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A rich supply of tropical moisture and instability associated with a disturbance aloft will support trade wind showers capable of producing heavy rainfall. Flash flooding will be most likely to occur in windward areas where training of trade wind showers could occur.

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.