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Hawaii Monitors Potential Tropical Storm Lala Development

Hawaii Monitors Potential Tropical Storm Lala Development

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is closely monitoring an area of low pressure, designated as Invest 93C, located approximately 1,100 miles southeast of the Big Island of Hawaii. This system is expected to organize into a tropical depression and potentially strengthen into Tropical Storm Lala later this week. Forecast models suggest that Lala could approach the Hawaiian Islands this weekend, with its exact track and intensity still uncertain. Scenarios range from the storm passing north or south of the islands to a direct impact. The system is being closely watched as it could bring significant weather impacts to Hawaii.
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Potential Cyclone Could Impact Hawaii with Rain and Swells

Potential Cyclone Could Impact Hawaii with Rain and Swells

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a potential tropical cyclone approximately 1,100 miles east-southeast of the Hawaiian Islands. Development of this system is expected by midweek, with the possibility of significant impacts on Hawaii's weather. A high-pressure system to the northeast is currently maintaining trade wind weather across the state. However, the forecast could change dramatically if the system moves closer to the islands. Additionally, multiple south swells are anticipated this week, with the largest swell near advisory levels expected on Wednesday. The potential cyclone may also generate a sizeable east/southeast swell later in the week. (Source time: Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:19:22 GMT)
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Potential Cyclone Development Threatens Hawaii with Severe Weather

Potential Cyclone Development Threatens Hawaii with Severe Weather

Meteorologists are closely monitoring a potential tropical cyclone developing approximately 1100 miles east-southeast of the Hawaiian Islands. The National Hurricane Center's latest Tropical Weather Outlook suggests that the system could develop further by mid-week, potentially impacting Hawaii's weather significantly. A high-pressure system currently maintains trade wind weather across the state, but this could change dramatically if the cyclone approaches. Additionally, multiple south swells are expected, with the largest swell anticipated on Wednesday. The potential cyclone could also generate a significant east/southeast swell later in the week, posing risks to coastal areas.
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Potential Tropical Storm Lala Threatens Hawaii Amid Active Pacific Season

Potential Tropical Storm Lala Threatens Hawaii Amid Active Pacific Season

The National Weather Service is monitoring a developing tropical system approximately 1,100 miles southeast of Hawaii, which has a high likelihood of becoming Tropical Storm Lala. Forecast models suggest that the system could impact Hawaii as early as this weekend, potentially as a hurricane. This development comes amid an active Pacific hurricane season, influenced by a strong El Niño, which typically increases storm activity in the region.
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Pacific Storm Nears Hawaii as Atlantic Tropics Show Signs of Activity

Pacific Storm Nears Hawaii as Atlantic Tropics Show Signs of Activity

Meteorologists are closely monitoring tropical activity in both the Atlantic and Pacific basins. In the Atlantic, three systems are showing potential for development, with one near the Cabo Verde Islands having a 60% chance of becoming a tropical depression later this week. Meanwhile, in the Pacific, a disturbance located approximately 1,100 miles east-southeast of Hawaii has a 90% chance of developing into Tropical Storm Lala. This system could potentially strengthen into a hurricane and approach Hawaii by Friday, August 14. The ongoing El Niño phenomenon is playing a significant role in these developments, boosting Pacific storm activity while suppressing hurricane formation in the Atlantic. Source time: Aug. 10, 2026, 1:35 p.m. ET.
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Hurricane forecast warns Hawaii could face 'direct impact' from storm

Hurricane forecast warns Hawaii could face 'direct impact' from storm

Still more than 1,000 miles from Hawaii, the disturbance is likely to develop by mid-week. Forecasters say a direct impact is a possibility.
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Hawaii Prepares for Potential Tropical System Amid Trade Wind Weather

Hawaii Prepares for Potential Tropical System Amid Trade Wind Weather

Hawaii is experiencing locally breezy trade winds with a drier airmass, but there is a high potential for a tropical system to form to the east-southeast of the islands later this week. Forecast models are currently inconsistent, with some predicting the system will pass north, south, or directly through the islands. Residents are advised to stay informed and prepared for the active hurricane season. In addition to the potential tropical system, overlapping south swells are expected to maintain average wave heights on south shores, with a larger swell possibly reaching high surf advisory levels.
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Hawaii Prepares for Potential Cyclone as Weather Patterns Shift

Hawaii Prepares for Potential Cyclone as Weather Patterns Shift

Hawaii is monitoring a potential tropical cyclone developing approximately 1100 miles east-southeast of the islands. A high-pressure system is maintaining trade wind weather, but changes are expected as the cyclone approaches. The National Hurricane Center anticipates further development by mid-week, which could alter weather forecasts significantly. Multiple south swells are expected, with advisory-level conditions anticipated on Wednesday.
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Hawaii Braces for Potential Tropical Threat as Invest 93C Develops

Hawaii Braces for Potential Tropical Threat as Invest 93C Develops

The Pacific Ocean is experiencing heightened tropical activity as the hurricane season intensifies. The FOX Forecast Center is monitoring three disturbances between Mexico and Hawaii, with one system, Invest 93C, posing a potential threat to Hawaii later this week. This system, currently in its early stages of development, is expected to become a tropical depression by mid-week. Invest 93C is forming over warm waters south of Hawaii, which could sustain its growth into a stronger storm. The system's exact path remains uncertain, as its center of circulation is still consolidating. Depending on its trajectory, the storm could either approach Hawaii closely or remain offshore. Regardless, the islands are expected to experience significant impacts, including waves reaching heights of 16 to 20 feet (4.9 to 6.1 meters). This marks the first notable tropical threat to Hawaii since Hurricane Hone in 2024.
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Tropical Threat Nears Hawaii With Storms Possible

Tropical Threat Nears Hawaii With Storms Possible

Hawaii could face a tropical storm threat later this week as a disturbance in the central Pacific gains strength. Meteorologists expect the tropical wave to develop around August 11–13, with potential impacts from Friday through Sunday. The system could bring heavy rain, flash flooding, damaging winds, dangerous surf and rip currents. A southern track over warmer waters could strengthen the storm and potentially bring it close to or directly across the islands.
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Tropical Development Likely in Atlantic and Pacific Amid Strengthening El Niño

Tropical Development Likely in Atlantic and Pacific Amid Strengthening El Niño

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring two disturbances in the eastern tropical Atlantic, with one showing a medium chance of developing into a tropical storm or hurricane. The first disturbance is disorganized and faces challenges from strong upper winds, while the second, currently over Africa, is expected to move into the Atlantic by Tuesday, carrying significant moisture. In the Pacific, a disturbance is being closely watched as it could develop into a tropical storm or hurricane and potentially impact the Hawaiian Islands late this week or over the weekend. El Niño conditions are intensifying, which could influence tropical activity in both the Atlantic and Pacific basins.
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Invest 93C Could Threaten Hawaii Amid Active Pacific Hurricane Season

Invest 93C Could Threaten Hawaii Amid Active Pacific Hurricane Season

The FOX Forecast Center is closely monitoring Invest 93C, a tropical disturbance in the Central Pacific with a high probability of development. This system is part of a broader 'tropical traffic jam' in the Pacific, which has already seen seven named storms this hurricane season. Warm ocean waters, fueled by a strengthening El Niño, are creating favorable conditions for tropical storm or hurricane formation. Invest 93C is expected to approach Hawaii later this week, with forecast models suggesting potential tropical activity near the islands within a week. The Climate Prediction Center's two-week Tropical Hazards Outlook also highlights this region for potential development.