The conditions stated below are those experienced most of the time. This information will be of assistance in navigating the waters of the Hawaiian Islands. East winds cause confused seas and difficult sailing for yachts with dangerous conditions close to shore. Area no.2 - North to east winds cause moderate seas, becoming choppy close to shore. With south winds this area is calm.
West winds cause choppy conditions and small craft have a difficult time navigating.
Only craft with self bailing cockpits should venture past Diamond Head and Honolulu Harbor when prevailing winds exceed 25 miles per hour. Winds from the south and west create a short choppy sea and winds of 20 miles per hour or more create dangerous conditions for all pleasure craft. Area no.2 - North to east winds cause seas which vary in roughness depending on the strength of the wind disturbances away from the Islands. The sailor can judge by watching surf. This area becomes dangerous with winds from the southeast clockwise to north.