Residents of Hilo can expect a mostly cloudy night with scattered showers, ramping up to numerous showers after midnight, potentially bringing locally heavy rainfall. The temperatures will range from 65 to 72 degrees near the shore, dipping to 52 to 59 degrees at higher elevations of 4000 feet. Northeast winds will blow at around 10 mph, with a 70% chance of rain.
Meanwhile, Kona will see partly cloudy skies and isolated showers, with lows around 73 degrees near the shore and cooler temperatures at 5000 feet. On Friday, the region can anticipate mostly sunny weather with scattered showers in the afternoon, reaching up to 86 degrees near the shore.
Waimea and Kohala areas are predicted to experience similar weather patterns, with mostly cloudy evenings, scattered showers, and breezy conditions on Friday. Highs will range from 64 to 86 degrees.
In the South Big Island region, partly cloudy conditions and isolated showers are expected tonight, with temperatures around 74 degrees near the shore, alongside breezy weather with some sunny spells on Friday reaching highs of 87 degrees.
Puna, like Hilo, is likely to see scattered showers this evening leading into heavier rainfall after midnight. The weather for Friday also includes partly sunny skies with scattered showers, with temperatures mirroring those in other regions.
In Waikoloa, partly cloudy skies and lows around 75 degrees are anticipated tonight, while Friday promises mostly sunny weather and highs reaching 91 degrees near the shore.
A seasonal high-pressure system maintaining moderate to breezy trade winds is contributing to the current weather patterns. However, a weak mid-level trough moving into the area could lead to increased shower activity across the islands this Friday and Saturday before a return to typical drier conditions next week.
Observations indicate a stable weather pattern is established, but potential slight disturbances could intensify showers temporarily across windward areas. Marine conditions are expected to remain under a Small Craft Advisory through Friday, with fresh to locally strong trades.
As we look forward to the weekend, residents should keep an eye on the weather, as the predicted rain may alleviate fire weather concerns across the state. Overall, while some may not welcome rain, it is a much-needed respite that benefits the local environment.