Hurricane Fausto Expected to Weaken as It Passes North of Hawai‘i
Hurricane Fausto Expected to Weaken as It Passes North of Hawai‘i
US · Published Jul 27, 2026
Hurricane Fausto, the first hurricane of the 2026 Central Pacific hurricane season, entered the Central Pacific Basin early on Sunday, July 26,
As of 5 a.m. HST, the storm was located approximately 910 miles east of Hilo, Hawai‘i, with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph (29.1°C). Fausto is moving west at 14 mph (22.5 km/h) and is expected to weaken into a tropical storm as it passes north of the Hawaiian Islands late Monday or early Tuesday. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has indicated that the strongest winds and heaviest rainfall are likely to remain north of the islands. However, swells generated by the hurricane are expected to reach the state ahead of the storm, causing significant surf and dangerous rip currents along north- and east-facing shores. No coastal watches or warnings have been issued as of the latest updates.

Impact & Risks

While the risk of sustained tropical storm-force winds on land is currently low, the swells generated by Hurricane Fausto are expected to create hazardous conditions along the coast. Significant surf and dangerous rip currents will impact north- and east-facing shores starting Sunday evening and lasting through Wednesday. Residents and visitors are advised to avoid entering the water in these areas. Additionally, the U.S. Coast Guard has set Port Heavy Weather Condition Whiskey for all commercial ports in Hawai‘i, which may lead to potential delays or restrictions in port operations. The public is urged to prepare for possible high winds, flooding, and power outages, as well as to monitor updates on the storm's progress.

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