Published on November 28, 2025
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau currently in effect through 12 p.m. Monday, December 1. The warning may be extended, dropped, or modified as conditions develop.
According to the NWS, an extra large long-period northwest swell will rapidly build Saturday afternoon and peak late Saturday night into Sunday morning. Surf heights along north-facing shores are projected to reach 35 to 40. Surf heights along west-facing shores are projected to reach 20 to 30 feet.
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 https://safebeachday.com/county/kauai/, or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.
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