Dangerous surf conditions and minor coastal flooding will affect much of Hawaii through the weekend as peak monthly high tides combine with elevated water levels and a building northwest swell, according to the National Weather Service.

A high surf advisory is in effect for north- and west-facing shores of Niihau, Kauai and Oahu from noon today through 6 p.m. Friday, with surf expected to reach up to 10 to 16 feet. North- and west-facing shores of Molokai and Maui will be under a high surf advisory from 6 p.m. today through 6 p.m. Friday, with surf of up to 10 to 15 feet.

At the same time, a coastal flood statement remains in effect statewide through Saturday morning due to peak monthly high tides. Forecasters say water levels running higher than predicted could lead to isolated minor fl

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