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Hurricane Lowell passes just west of Hawaii, threatening winds and rain

Hurricane Lowell passes just west of Hawaii, threatening winds and rain

Forecasters do not expect Hurricane Lowell to make landfall in Hawaii, but they warned the storm could still have significant impacts.

Where is Tropical Storm Lowell headed? See latest path tracker

Where is Tropical Storm Lowell headed? See latest path tracker

Tropical Storm Lowell passed close to the Hawaiian Islands but is now weakening and moving away from the islands.

Hawaii's western islands hit by fierce winds from Hurricane Lowell, knocking out power

Hawaii's western islands hit by fierce winds from Hurricane Lowell, knocking out power

Damaging winds and heavy rains from Hurricane Lowell pelted Hawaii’s western islands and has caused widespread power outages

Hawaii's western islands hit by fierce winds from Hurricane Lowell, leaving extensive damage

Hawaii's western islands hit by fierce winds from Hurricane Lowell, leaving extensive damage

Damaging winds and heavy rains from Hurricane Lowell pelted Hawaii’s western islands, causing widespread power outages

Downpours, rip currents and tornadoes: What Hurricane Lowell may bring

Downpours, rip currents and tornadoes: What Hurricane Lowell may bring

The powerful storm is not expected to make a direct landfall but is still forecast to bring serious weather to the islands.

Hurricane Lowell brings heavy rain and strong winds to Hawaii

Hurricane Lowell brings heavy rain and strong winds to Hawaii

Hurricane Lowell, a Category 2 storm with maximum sustained winds of 110 mph (177 km/h), is currently passing west of Hawaii, particularly impacting the islands of Kauai and Niihau. The National Hurricane Center has issued a hurricane warning for Kauai County and a tropical storm warning for Oahu. The storm is expected to bring heavy rainfall, with totals of 4 to 8 inches (10 to 20 cm) for Kauai and up to 24 inches (61 cm) in isolated areas. The Big Island could see an additional 3 to 8 inches (7 to 20 cm) of rain, while Oahu and Maui may receive 2 to 5 inches (5 to 13 cm). The storm is also causing life-threatening surf, rip currents, and the potential for tornadoes and waterspouts.

Hurricane Lowell expected to pass near one Hawaiian island and cause major rains statewide

Hurricane Lowell expected to pass near one Hawaiian island and cause major rains statewide

Hurricane Lowell was expected to cause major rains across Hawaii on Tuesday as its core was projected to pass over or near the sparsely populated island of Niihau

Hurricane Lowell Brings High Surf, Heavy Rain, and Flash Flood Risks to Hawaii

Hurricane Lowell Brings High Surf, Heavy Rain, and Flash Flood Risks to Hawaii

Hurricane Lowell, a Category 3 storm, is moving north-northeast at 18 mph and is expected to pass near or just west of Niʻihau on Monday night into early Tuesday (source: Big Island Now, 2026-09-07). The storm, with sustained winds of 110 mph, is causing widespread impacts across the Hawaiian Islands, including high surf, heavy rainfall, and potential flash flooding. Hurricane-force winds extend up to 70 miles from the center, while tropical-storm-force winds reach up to 175 miles. A high surf warning is in effect for the Big Island, with waves of 12 to 16 feet expected along south-facing shores. Rainfall totals could reach up to 12 inches on the Big Island and 24 inches in some areas of Kauaʻi County. Tornadoes are also possible near Kauaʻi and Niʻihau.

Hurricane Lowell Forces School and Office Closures in Hawaii

Hurricane Lowell Forces School and Office Closures in Hawaii

Hurricane Lowell is approaching Hawaii, bringing hurricane-force winds, flash flooding, damaging surf, and the possibility of tornadoes. As of Monday night, the storm was located 135 miles southwest of Lihue, Kauai, with maximum sustained winds of 110 mph. It is moving north-northeast at 18 mph and is expected to pass near or just west of Niihau overnight into Tuesday. The Hawaii State Department of Education has announced the closure of all public schools and offices on Oahu and in Kauai County for Tuesday, 8th September. Governor Josh Green has also ordered the closure of state and county offices, courts, and other government facilities in the affected areas.

Hurricane Lowell Nears Hawaii With Major Impacts Ahead

Hurricane Lowell Nears Hawaii With Major Impacts Ahead

Hurricane Lowell is expected to pass just west of Hawaii from Monday into Tuesday, but its large size could spread dangerous conditions well beyond the storm’s center. Kauaʻi and Niʻihau face the greatest risk of tropical-storm-force winds, heavy rain, flash flooding and mudslides, while rough surf, rip currents and coastal flooding could affect other islands. Rainfall could reach 8–12 inches in parts of the western islands, with locally higher totals possible, while storm surge may reach 1–3 feet in some coastal areas.

Hurricane Lowell Approaches Western Hawaiian Islands with Heavy Rain and Strong Winds

Hurricane Lowell Approaches Western Hawaiian Islands with Heavy Rain and Strong Winds

Hurricane Lowell, currently a Category 3 storm, is turning north due to a dip in the jet stream and is expected to pass near Hawaii late tomorrow. Tropical moisture is already spreading across the islands, with heavy rain forecast to continue through Monday. Kauai and Niihau are under a Tropical Storm Watch, with winds above 40 mph and gusts reaching hurricane force likely in higher elevations and passes. A Hurricane Watch is also in effect for the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, a remote area west of Kauai. Rainfall totals could reach up to 12 inches on Kauai and the Big Island, with flash floods and mudslides possible. High waves are expected on the south side of the western Hawaiian Islands, with tides up to 3 feet above normal in harbors and inlets on Monday night.

Hurricane Lowell Approaches Western Hawaiian Islands with Hurricane and Tropical Storm Warnings Issued

Hurricane Lowell Approaches Western Hawaiian Islands with Hurricane and Tropical Storm Warnings Issued

Hurricane Lowell is advancing toward the western Hawaiian Islands, with maximum sustained winds of 110-115 mph as of 11:22 PM HST on September 6, 2026 (source: Maui Now). The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hurricane Warning for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, and a Tropical Storm Warning for Oʻahu. At 11:00 AM HST on September 7, 2026, the hurricane was located approximately 275 miles southwest of Līhuʻe, Kauaʻi, and 310 miles southwest of Honolulu, Oʻahu, moving north-northeast at 17 mph. The storm is expected to pass near or just west of Niʻihau tonight and early Tuesday before turning northwest and slowing down by early Wednesday. Hurricane-force winds extend up to 60 miles from the center, with tropical-storm-force winds reaching up to 175 miles.