High Wind Warning to be in effect for Kaua‘i March 12 to March 15

Published on March 12, 2026

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the island of Kaua‘i, which goes into effect 6 p.m. March 12 to 6 a.m. March 15. The watch may be extended, dropped, or modified as conditions develop.

According to the National Weather Service, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph are forecasted. Island-wide strong, gusty winds are possible, but the areas most at risk are communities north and east of the steep mountains.

A High Wind Warning is issued when sustained winds exceeding 40 mph and/or frequent gusts over 60 mph are occurring or imminent.

For summit areas, warnings are issued for winds exceeding 56 mph and/or frequently gusting over 66 mph. Wind warnings may be issued up to 24 hours ahead of the onset of high winds.

If you are in an area where a high wind warning is in effect, you should avoid activities that expose you to high winds. Loose objects may be blown around. Tree limbs may break and fall. Power lines may be blown down.

For weather updates, call the National Weather Service automated weather line at 808-245-6001, or visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hawaii.

To sign up for the county’s emergency notification service, Wireless Emergency Notification System (WENS),  click on the link, https://entry.inspironlogistics.com/kauai_hi/wens.cfm, or call the Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency at 808-241-1800.

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