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On Monday, December 6, 2021, a seasonal cyclone system called a <i>kona low </i>made

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its way over the Hawaiian Islands.

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A kona low, or kona storm, is a seasonal subtropical cyclone that can affect

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Hawaii during the winter months.

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Winds coming from the sout or southwest bring heavy rains to parts

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of the islands that are typically relatively dry.

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Hawaii issued a state of emergency in response to the high winds and heavy rain

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which cause flooding and mudslides throughout the state.

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Blizzard-like conditions buffeted high elevation areas.

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Snow on the volcanic peaks of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa was visible in NOAA satellite imagery.

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GOES-17, in the GOES West position, watched as the storm system moved across the islands.

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GOES-17 observed the moisture from the kona low and picked up lightning activity

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within the storm system.

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JPSS satellites also observed the storm, measuring

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the atmospheric termperature and moisture.

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NOAA satellites continue to monitor weather systems as they move across the globe.

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Earth from Orbit: Kona Low Slams Hawaii

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Additional imagery courtesy of CIMSS.

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