As much as 10 inches of snow coated the peaks of Mauna Kea, Hawaii Monday, where the elevation is higher than 44 U.S. states.

Mauna Kea's 13,804-foot summit means altitude will be a significant concern, especially for hikers who aren't prepared for it. This guide consulted Dr. Peter Hackett, a leading high-altitude expert, ...

Hawaii officials warned of "falling icicles" at the Mauna Kea summit this week as a winter storm brought snow and freezing rain to high-elevation areas. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a ...

Mauna Kea in Hawaii is recognized as the fourth premier destination globally for observing stars and celestial phenomena. Its impressive altitude of nearly 4,000 meters, combined with minimal light ...

Kona means "leeward," which is the side of the mountain that is often void of precipitation. However, when the moist air from ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory until 6 p.m. Sunday, April 17, for Big Island summits above 12,000 feet elevation. It’s snowing on Mauna Kea. We’re ...