High Surf — Kauai Southwest, Hawaii

2023-06-24 to 2023-06-27 · Kauai Southwest, Hawaii

Event narrative

Large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet impacted south facing shores of the islands due to a large and powerful south swell. Strong currents and large waves made swimming and other marine activities dangerous.

Wider weather episode

High surf caused by a large south swell created hazardous conditions for the south facing shores such as strong currents, large breaking waves.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1102207. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.