High Surf Warning for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau in effect starting Saturday

Published on January 19, 2024

The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for all north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau that will take effect from 6 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, through 6 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 21. The warning may be extended, dropped, or modified as conditions develop.

According to the NWS, surf will build along north-facing shores from 18 to 25 feet on Saturday, and peak at 25 to 35 feet late Saturday night and early Sunday. Along west-facing shores, surf will build to 12 to 20 feet on Saturday, and peak at 15 to 25 feet Saturday night and early Sunday.

Entering the water in these areas during the High Surf Warning is very hazardous and could cause serious injury or death. Beachgoers are also advised to use extreme caution, as large breaking waves could make it dangerous for those standing along the shoreline.

For updated information on ocean and weather alerts, visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hfo.

For up-to-date information about Kaua‘i ocean conditions and ocean safety, please speak to a county lifeguard at any lifeguard station, visit www.hawaiibeachsafety.com, or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.

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