Kauai Weather
Get prepared if you are traveling during hurricane season in Hawaii. Rain in Kauai is common, hurricanes are not but it’s always good to be prepared. Our Kauai vacation rentals are safe and modern, but you still need to be prepared for the possibility of severe weather events.
Kauai Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Info
Part of Kauai’s charm and appeal is its remote location. That charming location brings its own unique set of challenges. These challenges range from the mundane, such as trying to replace a refrigerator when on-island stock is limited and delivery may be six weeks out, to the critical, such as when a severe weather emergency strikes. We hope guests at our Kauai vacation rentals will never have occasion to utilize the information on this page. However, should the rare emergency situation occur, we hope this will provide the foundation for a calm and informed response. In an emergency situation, please keep in mind that we are here to help, and do not hesitate to contact us.
Hurricane Preparedness
The central Pacific hurricane season begins June 1 and runs through November 30. If you are staying with us during hurricane season, please take a few moments to review the preparedness resources linked below and the list of shelter locations.
Kauai County – Natural Disasters and Preparation
Red Cross Hurricane Preparedness Checklist
KIUC Storm Sense Brochure
Important Contacts:
Emergency/Police/Fire/Ambulance: 911
Kauai Weather: 808-245-6001
Lihue Airport Information: 808-482-0111
General Information
Season
Hurricane season in Hawaii typically runs from June through November, though there is a possibility that a hurricane can strike any time of the year.
News
- Warning of impending hurricane conditions is provided through a public information system aired on radio and television.
- Kauai’s Civil Defense station is KQNG, at 570 am or 93.5 fm.
- You can find updates online through the National Weather Service Pacific Hurricane Center at https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo.php
Terms
- Hurricane Watch A hurricane is possible within 48 hours. Stay tuned for additional advisories.
- Hurricane Warning A hurricane is expected within 36 hours. If advised to evacuate, do so immediately.
Hurricane Advisory Procedures
- All plants, furniture and other items from your patio must be removed and moved indoors. Please contact your Property Management Company or Rental Agent for assistance.
- Remain calm and keep listening to the local news for weather conditions, evacuation routes and nearest shelter locations.
- Purchase in advance, bottled water, ice and non-perishable items, such as canned food, packaged food, paper and personal products, and manual can opener.
- Obtain necessary prescriptions and medications and keep with you in the event of an evacuation.
- Keep flashlights and battery operated radio/TV handy with extra batteries.
- Clean and fill a bathtub with water.
- ATMs will not be working in case of power outage. You’ll want to make arrangements for cash needs.
- In the event of power failure, turn off all appliances and keep refrigerator door closed. (Food will stay cool for 24 hours.)
- Fill your vehicle’s gas tank before the storm arrives.
- Avoid downed power lines and report them to your local electric company as soon as possible.
- Take refuge in a small interior room during the storm.
- Keep all windows and doors closed through the storm. Do not crack a window or door during the storm. Draw your verticals and drapery materials over the windows to protect from the possibility of shattering glass.
Potential Shelters
Not every shelter on this list will be opened during an emergency. Check news media and county website (Kauai.gov) during emergencies for listings of open shelters.
Shelters are facilities that provide increased protection from high winds. Evacuees should not expect personal care attendants or caregivers to be available at mass care shelters. Only general assistance and accommodations will be provided.
Emergency Shelters (Kauai Civil Defense 808-241-1800):
Central
Kamakahelei Middle School
Kauai Community College
Kauai High School
Kauai Humane Society [pets only]
Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall
King Kaumualii Elementary School
Wilcox Elementary School
Eastside
Kapaa Elementary School
Kapaa High School
Kapaa Middle School
North
Kilauea Elementary School
Kilauea Neighborhood Center
South
Eleele Elementary School
Kalaheo Elementary School
Koloa Elementary School
West
Waimea Canyon Middle School
Waimea High School
