Summary
Hawaii is under a flood watch as the National Weather Service forecasts heavy rain due to a weather system called a Kona low. The state could see nearly a year's worth of rain over just a few days, causing potential flash floods and severe weather conditions, including thunderstorms and blizzards on high peaks.
Key Facts
- Hawaii is expecting between 15 and 20 inches of rain in the coming days.
- The weather system responsible is known as a Kona low, bringing deep tropical moisture.
- Areas like Kauai, Oahu, and parts of Maui are at risk of heavy rainfall.
- March usually sees only 2 to 4 inches of rain in Hawaii; this event could far exceed that.
- Honolulu might receive 80% of its annual rainfall in just five days.
- Flash floods, road closures, and property damage are possible due to the heavy rain.
- Severe thunderstorms and rare instances of tornadoes and blizzards could occur.
- This event could be one of the wettest five-day periods in Hawaii since records began in 1940.
