Severe Tropical Storm Watch | Effective 09/05/2026 19:45

Headline: 
Tropical Storm Watch issued September 5 at 4:45PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event: 
Tropical Storm Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
September 5, 2026 - 7:45pm
Expires: 
September 6, 2026 - 8:45am
Description: 
* WHAT...East winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 17 to 25 feet. * WHERE...Kauai Northwest Waters, Kauai Windward Waters, Kauai Leeward Waters and Kauai Channel. * WHEN...Monday through Monday night. * 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: 
Kauai Northwest Waters; Kauai Windward Waters; Kauai Leeward Waters; Kauai Channel
Forcast Office: 
NWS Honolulu HI
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov