Mauna Kea’s summit is still closed as crews work to remove snow and ice from the access road, rangers said in a 10:30 a.m. message posted today. Mauna Kea’s summit is still closed as crews work to remove snow and
Mauna Kea’s summit is still closed as crews work to remove snow and ice from the access road, rangers said in a 10:30 a.m. message posted today.
A winter weather advisory for Big Island summits remains in effect until 6 p.m. today. High moisture and below freezing temperatures will lead to periods of snow and freezing fog through Wednesday. As much as 2 inches of fresh snow is anticipated, according to the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
The public is advised to check the status of the road, the current weather and forecast for Mauna Kea before visiting the mountain.
Call 935-6268 to get the latest public road conditions and snow report. For more information, visit prh.noaa.gov/hnl or mkwc.ifa.hawaii.edu.
