Why is it smoky in Kona?

The term ‘vog’ refers to the hazy air pollution caused by the volcanic emissions from Kīlauea volcano, which are primarily water vapor (H2O), carbon dioxide (CO2), and sulfur dioxide (SO2) gas. In layman’s terms, vog is volcano emissions plus fog.

Why is it raining so much in Kona?

This is largely due to the combination of the state entering its rainy season and a La Niña year, which typically brings above-average rainfall. Rain activity is also especially high during a Kona low, a slow-moving system that brings lots of rain.

Can you smell vog?

Currently, the smell of volcanic gas (sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide) can be detected near Kīlauea’s gas-emitting vents, particularly when the trade winds are absent. However, negative health symptoms generally occur at gas concentrations well above current levels.

What is the best month to go to Kona?

Clear Skies. The winter months between November and March rank as generally the best time to visit Kona. It’s then that Kona often experiences clear skies, which means it’s prime time for viewing constellations.

What are the worst months to go to Hawaii?

Winter is the worst time to visit Hawaii if keeping your budget in check is a priority. Prime resort accommodations are pricier and harder to come by as mainlanders flee the cold weather, particularly from mid-December through March.

What is the dry side of the Big Island?

Kona side
The west side (Kona side) is called the ‘dry side’ of the island, and the east side (Hilo side) the ‘wet side’.

What is the sunniest part of the Big Island Hawaii?

the Kohala Coast
THE BIG ISLAND’S MOST POPULAR The driest and sunniest area of the Island is found on the Kohala Coast. Home to the Kohala Resort Area, the sunny Kohala Coast gets an average of just 10 inches of rainfall per year, making it the most popular part of the Island for vacationers!