Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Across Maui Through Tuesday
A high-rain weather system is bringing frequent showers, isolated thunderstorms, and locally heavy rainfall to all parts of Maui on September 7–8, 2026. Rain chances range from 70–100% island-wide, with breezy to windy conditions expected. All Maui regions face 90–100% rain chances today, with locally heavy rainfall and isolated thunderstorms possible. Winds will be breezy […]
Category 4 Hurricane Lowell Threatening Hawaii Early Next Week
Hurricane Lowell, currently a Category 4 storm with 155 mph winds, is tracking toward Hawaii and could bring dangerous winds, heavy rain, storm surge, and surf to the western islands by Monday night. Kauai County faces the most direct risk, with hurricane watches expected to be issued as early as Saturday. Lowell is approximately 610–625 […]
2026 Maui Invitational Set for November at Lahaina Civic Center
The 2026 Southwest Maui Invitational college basketball tournament is scheduled for November 23–25 at the Lahaina Civic Center, featuring eight teams including Washington, BYU, Arizona, and Clemson. The three-day event draws visitors to Lahaina each year. The tournament runs November 23–25, 2026 at the Lahaina Civic Center in Lahaina. Eight college basketball programs are participating, […]
2026 Maui Invitational Bracket Set for Nov. 23–25 at Lahaina Civic Center
Multiple sports outlets reported that the full bracket for the 2026 Southwest Maui Invitational has been announced, with eight college basketball teams competing November 23–25 at the Lahaina Civic Center. The tournament features BYU, Washington, Ole Miss, Clemson, Arizona, Colorado State, Providence, and VCU, with all 12 games televised on ESPN networks. The 2026 Southwest […]
Maui Invitational Returns Nov. 23-25 with Sweepstakes Drawing Visitors
The 2026 Southwest Maui Invitational college basketball tournament is set for November 23-25 at the Lahaina Civic Center, featuring eight top programs. A fan sweepstakes running through August 13 is offering trip packages that include flights, hotel stays, and activity experiences on Maui. The tournament runs November 23-25, 2026 at the Lahaina Civic Center, bringing […]
Southwest Flight from Kahului Diverts to Honolulu After Mid-Ocean Emergency
Multiple outlets reported that a Southwest Airlines red-eye flight departing Maui’s Kahului Airport for Las Vegas on July 5 declared an in-flight emergency roughly 90 minutes into the flight and diverted to Honolulu. The Boeing 737 MAX 8 landed safely at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport with no injuries reported among passengers or crew. Southwest […]
Large South Swell Expected to Bring Coastal Flooding Risk Next Week
Multiple surf forecasts report that a significant south swell from a New Zealand storm system will impact Maui’s coastlines beginning this weekend. The swell is expected to peak Sunday through Monday, creating potential coastal flooding concerns for oceanfront properties. Large south swell from New Zealand storm system expected to build Saturday and peak Sunday into […]
Large South Swell Expected This Weekend, Coastal Impacts Possible
A major south-southwest swell arriving Saturday night could bring High Surf Warning conditions and coastal infrastructure impacts through early next week. Current south shore surf is minimal but expected to rise to seasonal average by Tuesday. A large south-southwest swell from a New Zealand storm will arrive Saturday night with waves potentially exceeding High Surf […]
Ocean Conditions Calm as High Surf Advisory Ends for Maui
High surf advisory has been cancelled as wave heights decline across Maui shores. All areas will see minimal surf conditions through the weekend. High Surf Advisory cancelled as south-facing shore waves decreased to 3-4 feet. All shorelines expect minimal ankle-high surf through Friday and weekend. Small north swell will peak Friday morning then subside over […]
Weekend Surf Advisory Expected for South-Facing Shores Through Midweek
Large surf from a south-southwest swell will continue through the weekend and likely return to advisory levels Tuesday through midweek. North and east shores will see small surf conditions. South-facing shores will experience large surf through the weekend that may briefly drop below advisory levels Monday before returning to advisory conditions Tuesday-midweek. North shore surf […]