Skip to content
Take our survey — win Hawaii apparel
Hawaii.com

This week in Hawaiʻi

Kauaʻi

Current conditions and advisories that could affect your plans.

Last updated Oct 27, 6:00 AM HST

From our editors in Hawaiʻi

Līhuʻe Airport Pickup Changes and Statewide Wildfire Advisory

Temporary passenger pickup changes are in place at Līhuʻe Airport as construction continues. Hawaiʻi's statewide wildfire emergency proclamation also remains in effect through Dec. 15, although it does not announce new visitor closures or travel restrictions on Kauaʻi.

Instead, our editors recommend

Wildfire Precautions and Indoor Alternatives on Kauaʻi

Check local fire conditions and trail advisories before hiking or exploring remote areas. If conditions are unsafe, consider visiting the Kauaʻi Museum in Līhuʻe, taking a chocolate-making or tasting class, or exploring local art galleries and shops in Hanapēpē.

Local Guide to Kapaʻa TownThings to do in Hanapēpē, KauaʻiChocolate Tour & Tasting ↗Specialty Kui Lei Class ↗

This week at a glance

  • watchFlood Watch — Niihau; Kauai Southwest; Kauai Mountains; Waianae Coast; Oahu North Shore; Olomana; Central Oahu; Waianae Mountains; Lanai Mauka; Kahoolawe; Maui Windward West; Maui Leeward West; Haleakala Summit; Kona; Kohala; Big Island Interior; Big Island Summit; Kauai North; Kauai East; Kauai South; East Honolulu; Honolulu Metro; Ewa Plain; Koolau Windward; Koolau Leeward; Molokai Windward; Molokai Southeast; Molokai North; Molokai West; Molokai Leeward South; Lanai Windward; Lanai Leeward; Lanai South; Maui Central Valley North; Maui Central Valley South; Windward Haleakala; Kipahulu; South Maui/Upcountry; South Haleakala; Big Island South; Big Island Southeast; Big Island East; Big Island North
  • advisoryGovernor Green Issues Fourth Proclamation Relating to September 2026 Tropical Cyclones
  • advisoryLīhu‘e Airport implements temporary passenger pickup changes during construction
  • advisoryGovernor Green Issues Second Proclamation Relating to August 2026 Tropical Cyclones
  • advisoryGovernor Green Issues Thirty-third Proclamation Relating to Wildfires

Weather & Ocean

watch

Flood Watch

Niihau; Kauai Southwest; Kauai Mountains; Waianae Coast; Oahu North Shore; Olomana; Central Oahu; Waianae Mountains; Lanai Mauka; Kahoolawe; Maui Windward West; Maui Leeward West; Haleakala Summit; Kona; Kohala; Big Island Interior; Big Island Summit; Kauai North; Kauai East; Kauai South; East Honolulu; Honolulu Metro; Ewa Plain; Koolau Windward; Koolau Leeward; Molokai Windward; Molokai Southeast; Molokai North; Molokai West; Molokai Leeward South; Lanai Windward; Lanai Leeward; Lanai South; Maui Central Valley North; Maui Central Valley South; Windward Haleakala; Kipahulu; South Maui/Upcountry; South Haleakala; Big Island South; Big Island Southeast; Big Island East; Big Island North

A trough moving over the state will bring abundant tropical moisture today through at least Wednesday night. Heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms are expected to produce flash flooding, and while the greatest flood threat will be focused over Oahu and Maui County, all islands are at risk. * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...All main Hawaiian Islands. * WHEN...From 6 AM HST this morning through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Significant flooding may occur due to the overflow of streams and drainages. Roads in several areas may be clos…

In effect until Oct 29, 5:00 AM HSTSource: National Weather Service ↗
advisory

Governor Green Issues Fourth Proclamation Relating to September 2026 Tropical Cyclones

In effect until Nov 16, 8:18 AM HSTSource: HIEMA ↗
advisory

Governor Green Issues Second Proclamation Relating to August 2026 Tropical Cyclones

In effect until Nov 6, 11:05 AM HSTSource: HIEMA ↗

Roads & Getting Around

advisory

Līhu‘e Airport implements temporary passenger pickup changes during construction

LĪHU‘E, Hawaiʻi — The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) notifies Līhu‘e Airport users that beginning Monday, Oct. 19, the passenger pickup area fronting Baggage Claim A will reopen to ground transportation shuttles, taxis and rideshares. The pickup area has been closed since mid-February to replace asphalt pavement, curbing, lane markings, signage and for Americans with […]

In effect until Nov 2, 9:10 AM HSTSource: HDOT ↗
advisory

Port Allen Airport public parking to remain closed through Friday, Oct. 16 for continued recovery work

LĪHUʻE, Hawaiʻi – The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) is notifying Kaua‘i residents of the extended closure of the Port Allen Airport public parking lot near Salt Pond Beach through Friday, Oct. 16, to support continued Hurricane Lowell recovery work. The salt makers, Hui Hana Paʻakai o Hanapēpē, hosted a community workday on Saturday, Oct. […]

In effect until Oct 28, 9:47 AM HSTSource: HDOT ↗

Instead, our editors recommend

Temporary Pickup Changes at Līhuʻe Airport

If you're arriving at Līhuʻe Airport, check where to meet your rental car shuttle, taxi or rideshare before leaving baggage claim. The pickup area outside Baggage Claim A reopened for shuttles, taxis and rideshares on Oct. 19, but construction is continuing. Follow posted signs and confirm your pickup location with your transportation provider.

Līhuʻe Airport on KauaʻiRent a Car on Kauaʻi ↗

Travel Impacts

advisory

Governor Green Issues Thirty-third Proclamation Relating to Wildfires

In effect until Nov 6, 10:57 AM HSTSource: HIEMA ↗

Our picks this week

What our editors recommend given the current conditions.

Explore the Local Side of Kapaʻa

Looking for a change of pace from Kauaʻi's outdoor adventures? Explore Kapaʻa's locally owned shops, art galleries and chocolate tasting experiences. It's a great way to discover the island's small businesses and local flavors while keeping your itinerary flexible.

Conditions are collected from official sources and updated automatically. Hawaii.com reports what agencies have posted; it does not determine whether conditions are safe.