But by Wednesday afternoon, the seasonal warmth is expected to vanish as a cold front sweeps in, bringing with it whipping winds and the possibility of snow squalls. National Weather Service forecasters warned that temperatures could drop as much as 10 degrees in two hours on Wednesday, with temperatures falling to the 20s before sunset.

Widespread rain is expected across the area on Friday, especially during the morning and afternoon hours. Temperatures will remain mild, with highs near 50 degrees. Rain should taper off by Friday night, allowing sunshine to return for at least the first part of the weekend.

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Several severe weather alerts will be taking effect as a strong winter storms system approaches Hawaii. The National Weather Service says a Flood Watch will be in effect for all main Hawaiian islands from Wednesday evening through Friday morning.

Meteorologist Tony Pann says the warmer trend will continue Tuesday and the rest of the week as temps will reach the upper 40s and low 50s.

The main concern for Wednesday will be strong winds developing through the morning and into the afternoon. We have issued a WJZ First Alert Weather Day due to the potential for strong winds across the region throughout the day.