Local weather forecast

Weather in Kailua, HI

Updated 2026-09-26 03:00 local time · ZIP codes 96734

Patchy rain nearby
Now77°F

Patchy rain nearby

High / Low78° / 77°
Rain chance55%
Wind32 mph
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High Surf Advisory issued September 25 at 9:17AM HST until September 27 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FOR EAST FACING SHORES OF NIIHAU KAUAI AND OAHU TONIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR EAST AND SOUTHEAST FACING SHORES OF MOLOKAI MAUI AND THE BIG ISLAND NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY... .Hurricane Nolo inches north toward the Big Island then turns west on Saturday while remaining south of the Hawaiian Islands. Nolo is producing a moderate swell that is causing building surf along east and southeast facing shores of the Big Island, Maui, and Molokai. Strengthening trades will then cause building surf along east-facing shorelines beginning tonight and continuing through Sunday. * WHAT...Large breaking waves 8 to 12 feet. * WHERE...East facing shores of Kauai and Oahu. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM HST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Moderate to High. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous. Expect very strong breaking waves and powerful currents. Waves breaking in channel entrances may make navigating the channels dangerous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

Safety instructions

Heed all advice from ocean safety officials. When in doubt, don't go out.

High Surf Advisory issued September 25 at 2:51PM HST until September 27 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FOR EAST FACING SHORES OF KAUAI AND OAHU TONIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR EAST AND SOUTHEAST FACING SHORES OF MOLOKAI MAUI AND THE BIG ISLAND IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY... .Hurricane Nolo inches north toward the Big Island then turns west while remaining well south of the Hawaiian Islands. Nolo is producing a moderate swell that is causing building surf along east and southeast facing shores of the Big Island, Maui, and Molokai. Strengthening trades then cause building surf along east facing shorelines beginning tonight and continuing through Sunday. * WHAT...Large breaking waves 8 to 12 feet. * WHERE...East facing shores of Kauai and Oahu. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM HST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Moderate to High. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous. Expect very strong breaking waves and powerful currents. Waves breaking in channel entrances may make navigating the channels dangerous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

Safety instructions

Heed all advice from ocean safety officials. When in doubt, don't go out.

Tropical Storm Watch issued September 25 at 9:32AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

* WHAT...East winds 25 to 35 knots. Seas 10 to 18 feet. * WHERE...Kaiwi Channel, Maui County Windward Waters, Maui County Leeward Waters, Maalaea Bay and Pailolo Channel. * WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

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.

Tropical Storm Watch issued September 25 at 2:17PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

* WHAT...East winds 25 to 35 knots. Seas 10 to 18 feet. * WHERE...Kaiwi Channel, Maui County Windward Waters, Maui County Leeward Waters, Maalaea Bay and Pailolo Channel. * WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

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.

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Next hours

NowPatchy rain nearby77°22% rain
4 AMPatchy rain nearby77°18% rain
5 AMPatchy rain nearby77°31% rain
6 AMPatchy rain nearby77°25% rain
7 AMPatchy rain nearby77°28% rain
8 AMPatchy rain nearby77°25% rain
9 AMPatchy rain nearby78°27% rain
10 AMPatchy rain nearby78°25% rain
11 AMPatchy rain nearby78°23% rain
12 PMOvercast78°22% rain
1 PMOvercast78°23% rain
2 PMOvercast78°22% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Patchy rain nearby
78° 77°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 55%Gust 36 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Patchy rain nearby
80° 76°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 22%Gust 35 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
80° 77°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 52%Gust 26 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like68°F
Humidity82%
Pressure29.86 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind32 mph ENE
Wind gusts39 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:20 AM
Sunset06:23 PM
Moonrise06:29 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour3 PM · 78°F
Coolest hour2 AM · 76°F
Highest rain chance5 AM · 31%
Strongest gusts11 PM · 42 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella may help

There is a moderate rain chance, peaking near 31%.

Light layers should work

It feels like 68°F with winds near 32 mph.

Best window: 12 PM

78°F, 22% rain chance and 31 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 40 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 77°F, wind 32 mph, rain chance up to 31%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Kailua

Hawaii has a tropical marine climate, but local weather varies sharply with elevation, windward versus leeward exposure and island terrain.

Kailua is part of the West weather region. The forecast point is near 21.40°N latitude and 157.74°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.

Kailua weather today

Patchy rain nearby and 77°F in Kailua, HI. Today's high is 78°F with a 55% rain chance. Winds are around 32 mph with gusts near 39 mph. Relative humidity is 82%, pressure is 29.86 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Kailua

Sunrise is at 06:20 AM and sunset is at 06:23 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Patchy rain nearby with a high near 80°F and a low near 76°F. The maximum rain chance is 22%.

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