Hawaii Disaster & Funding Calendar
When Hawaii's hazards peak — and when the federal money windows open. The recurring hazard seasons (hurricane, flood, wildfire) alongside the SAM.gov, FEMA and grant deadlines that decide who's ready when disaster strikes.
Hawaii hazard seasons — 12-month view
| Hazard | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane | July–November | ||||||||||||
| Flood | November–March | ||||||||||||
| Wildfire | June–November |
Peak windows
- Hurricane — typically July–November in Hawaii.
- Flood — typically November–March in Hawaii.
- Wildfire — typically June–November in Hawaii.
💰 Funding & deadline cycles
- 🔁SAM.gov registration renewal — annualLapses lock you out of federal contracts & grants. Renew ~60 days before expiry.
- 🏛️FEMA Public Assistance & HMGP — post-declarationWindows open after a Hawaii disaster is declared and close fast. Watch the live map for new declarations.
- 🏗️HUD CDBG-DR — appropriation-drivenFunds follow major disasters via Congressional appropriation; action-plan deadlines follow.
- 📅Federal fiscal year — Oct 1Grant cycles and mitigation notices (BRIC) reset. Position before Q4.
Hawaii hazard season FAQ
When is hurricane season in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, hurricane season typically runs July–November. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is flood season in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, flood season typically runs November–March. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is wildfire season in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, wildfire season typically runs June–November. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.