Hanalei River Flow Today
As of October 9, 2026 at 8:55 PM, the Hanalei River is flowing at 164 cfs near Hanalei, HI — 211% of normal for the date. ❤ Favorite
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Hanalei River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Hanalei, the Hanalei River is running 164 cfs — 211% of normal. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 211% of normal).
How the Hanalei River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Hanalei74 ft 164 cfs211%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Hanalei River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (211%).
Hanalei River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hanalei River Near Hanalei HI
Oct 9, 8:55 PM · USGS 16103000 |
164 cfs | 211% | · | -0.08 ft | 7.7 ft below | 74 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Hanalei River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Hanalei River
The Hanalei River is a 17.4-mile-long river located on the island of Kauai in Hawaii. The river has a rich history, having been used for centuries by Native Hawaiians for fishing and transportation. Today, it is used for recreational activities such as kayaking, fishing, and sightseeing. The river is also used for irrigation, with numerous agricultural fields lining its banks. The hydrology of the river is influenced by heavy rainfall, which can cause flash flooding. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the famous Lumahai Dam, which was featured in the movie "South Pacific." These dams are used for water storage and hydroelectric power generation. The Hanalei River is a vital natural resource for the island of Kauai, providing both economic and recreational benefits to the local community.
Fishing near the Hanalei River
About the Hanalei River
How is the Hanalei River flowing right now?
As of October 9, 2026, the Hanalei River is flowing at 164 cfs near Hanalei, HI, about 211% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Hanalei River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Hanalei River is at 211% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Hanalei River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Hanalei (7.6 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.