Severe Tropical Storm Watch | Effective 08/13/2026 20:01

Headline: 
Tropical Storm Watch issued August 13 at 5:01PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event: 
Tropical Storm Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
August 13, 2026 - 8:01pm
Expires: 
August 14, 2026 - 9:15am
Description: 
* WHAT...Northeast winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 65 kt and seas 16 to 21 feet. * WHERE...Maui County Leeward Waters. * WHEN...6 AM Saturday through 6 AM Sunday. * IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction: 
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.
Area Description: 
Maui County Leeward Waters
Forcast Office: 
NWS Honolulu HI
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov