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

High Surf Advisory issued February 15 at 8:04AM HST until February 17 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Sun February 15, 2026, 8:04 AM
Expires: Mon February 16, 2026, 8:30 AM

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST TUESDAY FOR EAST FACING SHORES OF KAUAI OAHU MOLOKAI MAUI AND THE BIG ISLAND... .Strong trade winds will maintain relatively short period high surf along east facing shores into mid-week. * WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet. * WHERE...East facing shorelines of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui and the Big Island. * WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Moderate. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous.

Heed all advice from ocean safety officials. When in doubt, don't go out.

Wind Advisory issued February 15 at 4:50AM HST until February 16 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Sun February 15, 2026, 4:50 AM
Expires: Sun February 15, 2026, 6:00 PM

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts over 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of Kahoolawe, Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu, and the Big Island Hawaii. * WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Monday. * IMPACTS...Winds this strong can tear off shingles, knock down tree branches, blow away tents and awnings and make it difficult to steer, especially for drivers of 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. Secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose outdoor objects that can be easily blown around by strong winds.

High Surf Advisory issued February 15 at 2:21PM HST until February 17 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Sun February 15, 2026, 2:21 PM
Expires: Tue February 17, 2026, 6:00 AM

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST TUESDAY FOR EAST FACING SHORES OF KAUAI OAHU MOLOKAI MAUI AND THE BIG ISLAND... .Strong trade winds will maintain relatively short period high surf along east facing shores into mid-week. * WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet. * WHERE...East facing shorelines of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui and the Big Island. * WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Moderate. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous.

Heed all advice from ocean safety officials. When in doubt, don't go out.

Wind Advisory issued February 15 at 9:32AM HST until February 16 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Sun February 15, 2026, 9:32 AM
Expires: Sun February 15, 2026, 10:45 PM

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts over 50 mph. * WHERE...Kahoolawe, Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu, and the Big Island. Areas most at risk include higher terrain, passes and areas immediately south and west of the mountains. * WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Monday. * IMPACTS...Winds this strong can tear off shingles, knock down tree branches, blow away tents and awnings and make it difficult to steer, especially for drivers of 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. Secure trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose outdoor objects that can be easily blown around by strong winds.

Ashfall Advisory issued February 15 at 3:14PM HST until February 15 at 10:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

Effective: Sun February 15, 2026, 3:14 PM
Expires: Sun February 15, 2026, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...Kilauea is undergoing a minor eruption where the public will be affected by a limited hazard extent such as less than quarter inch of ashfall accumulation. * WHERE...Big Island East and Big Island Southeast. * WHEN...Until 10 PM HST this evening. * IMPACTS...Possible harm to crops and animals. Minor equipment and infrastructure damage. Reduced visibility. Widespread clean-up may be necessary.

Persons with respiratory illnesses should remain indoors to avoid inhaling the ash particles and all persons outside should cover their mouth and nose with a mask or cloth.