Hawaii experienced snow on its mountaintops due to a slow-moving low-pressure system, with observations confirming snow at Mauna Kea's astronomy observatories. A Winter Weather Advisory was issued, predicting up to two inches of snow. Although Hawaii is known for its tropical climate, snow is common at high elevations. Over the past two decades, the Big Island has seen occasional snow advisories in April and even June. In contrast, areas closer to sea level will experience warm temperatures, reaching the 80s in Hilo.
A slow-moving low pressure system is making its way through Hawaii before exiting later Saturday, bringing snow to the summits on the Big Island.
While snow is not uncommon among the tall peaks of Hawaii's Big Island, you might think by April the snow would be done. A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued until 6:00 a.m. Saturday local time.
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