🔥 Trending Tropical Storm Fausto Approaches Hawaii: Latest Updates and Surf Forecast

Tropical Storm Fausto is currently weakening as it passes well north of the Hawaiian Islands ¹²³. As of July 29, 2026, at 11 AM Hawaii time, the center of Fausto was approximately 270 miles northeast of Hilo and 375 miles east-northeast of Honolulu ¹⁴.

Current Status and Forecast

Fausto's maximum sustained winds have decreased to near 40 mph (65 km/h) with higher gusts ³⁵. It is expected to continue weakening, likely becoming a tropical depression early on Wednesday and a remnant low by late Wednesday ³⁵.

The storm is moving west-northwestward at about 12 mph (19 kph) ⁴. On its current forecast track, Fausto is anticipated to pass north of the Hawaiian Islands from tonight through late Wednesday ³.

Potential Impacts on Hawaii

While Fausto is passing well north of the islands and its strongest winds are not expected to directly impact Hawaii, there are still potential effects:

• Rough Surf and Dangerous Conditions: Forecasters indicate that strong currents from Tropical Storm Fausto could create dangerous conditions on some Hawaiian beaches ⁴⁶. Rough surf is possible for Hawaii's coastal areas ⁶.
• Marine Warnings: The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is issuing advisories for the Central Pacific regarding Tropical Storm Fausto, and marine warnings are in effect for the Eastern Pacific ⁹.

Broader Context: Hurricane Genevieve

In the broader Pacific region, Hurricane Genevieve has strengthened to a Category 4 hurricane. This separate tropical cyclone is also contributing to rough surf possibilities for Mexico ⁴⁶.

Residents and visitors in Hawaii are advised to monitor local weather updates from sources like the National Weather Service in Honolulu ⁷ and the National Hurricane Center ⁹ for the latest information on surf conditions and any potential advisories.