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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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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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Tropical Waves and Potential Cyclone Development in the Atlantic and Pacific

Tropical Waves and Potential Cyclone Development in the Atlantic and Pacific

As of August 10, 2026, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring three areas of interest in the Atlantic Ocean. Two tropical waves have emerged from Africa near the Cabo Verde Islands. The first wave, located between the Cabo Verde Islands and the Lesser Antilles, has a low 10% chance of development over the next seven days due to strong wind shear in the Caribbean. The second wave, located south of the Cabo Verde Islands, has a medium 60% chance of development and could become a tropical depression later this week. Additionally, a trough of low pressure near Bermuda has a very low 10% chance of development as it moves into cooler waters. In the Northeast Pacific, the NHC is tracking three systems, including Invest 93C, which has a 90% chance of developing into a tropical depression by August 17 and could pose a threat to Hawaii.
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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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Hawaii Faces 20-Foot Waves as Invest 93C Strengthens

Hawaii Faces 20-Foot Waves as Invest 93C Strengthens

Hawaii is bracing for potentially dangerous conditions later this week as Invest 93C churns across the Central Pacific. The system could strengthen into a tropical depression by midweek as it tracks over unusually warm waters. Forecasters are closely watching its path, with a possible near-landfall scenario still uncertain. Regardless of the storm’s final track, 16- to 20-foot waves could batter the islands later this week, marking Hawaii’s first significant tropical threat since Hurricane Hone in 2024.
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Tropical Development Likely in Atlantic and Pacific, Potential Impact on Hawaii

Tropical Development Likely in Atlantic and Pacific, Potential Impact on Hawaii

Meteorologists are monitoring two disturbances in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans for potential tropical development. In the Atlantic, two areas are being watched, with one disturbance expected to bring rain to the southern Caribbean islands. In the Pacific, a disturbance is being tracked that could head towards Hawaii, potentially intensifying into a tropical storm or hurricane. The system is expected to reach the vicinity of the Hawaiian islands late in the week or over the weekend, although its exact path remains uncertain.
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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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Stormy Weather Expected in Fort Myers, Florida, with Afternoon Thunderstorms

Stormy Weather Expected in Fort Myers, Florida, with Afternoon Thunderstorms

The Gulf Coast region, including Fort Myers, Florida, is expected to experience another stormy afternoon with increased rain chances. Meteorologists predict that while the morning will start with limited rain, storms are likely to develop by late afternoon, bringing heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and frequent lightning. The highest chance for rain is anticipated between 5-7 p.m. Despite the stormy conditions, the risk of flooding is not a major concern. The weather pattern is expected to change in the coming week, with rain chances decreasing to more scattered coverage.
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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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Atlantic Hurricane Season: New Areas Monitored for Tropical Development

Atlantic Hurricane Season: New Areas Monitored for Tropical Development

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring two new areas in the Atlantic for potential tropical development during the 2026 hurricane season. While one area has low development chances, the other has a higher probability of becoming a tropical system. The development of these systems is influenced by factors such as Saharan dust, upper-level winds, and water temperatures. The NOAA has updated its hurricane outlook, predicting 7 to 13 named storms this season, with a strong El Niño expected to suppress tropical activity.
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National Hurricane Center Monitors New Disturbance in Atlantic

National Hurricane Center Monitors New Disturbance in Atlantic

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring two new disturbances in the Atlantic Basin. One disturbance, located in the Central Tropical Atlantic, has a 20% chance of development over the next seven days. Another disturbance near the west coast of Africa has seen its development chances increase to 40% over the same period. The NHC is closely watching these systems as they move westward across the Atlantic, although upper-level winds are expected to become less conducive for development later in the week.
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Hawaii County Braces for Strong Trade Winds and Potential Tropical Cyclone

Hawaii County Braces for Strong Trade Winds and Potential Tropical Cyclone

Hawaii County is experiencing fresh to locally strong trade winds, expected to persist through at least Wednesday, as high pressure remains northeast of the state (Big Island Now, 2026-08-08). A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for windy channels and waters around Maui County and the Big Island until Sunday afternoon, with possible extensions. A tropical cyclone may develop southeast of the state, potentially impacting local weather as early as Friday. Current conditions include mostly sunny skies with scattered showers and locally heavy rainfall in the afternoons. Highs range from 86-94°F (30-34°C) near the shore and 71-77°F (22-25°C) above 4,000 feet, with gusts up to 30 mph. Rain chances vary from 20% to 90% depending on the area and time of day.