Hurricane Karina's current movement is toward the west-northwest at 10 knots. The hurricane's center is located near 19.6N 135.7W, with a position accuracy of within 15 nautical miles. Maximum sustained winds are 105 knots, with gusts to 130 knots. The eye diameter is 30 nautical miles.

Further details on the hurricane's forecast and wind radii are available. The estimated minimum central pressure is 957 millibars.

A forecast valid for 03/1800Z indicates the hurricane's center will be near 20.0N 137.1W, with maximum winds of 100 knots and gusts to 120 knots.