Tropical Storm Howard, the eighth named storm in the East Pacific this season, could bring rain to Hawaii this weekend if it continues on its current projected path.

The storm, with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph — double what they were on Monday — was moving west-northwest at 15 mph about 1,255 miles west of Baja California as of 5 a.m. this morning.

The storm is expected to start weakening tonight and Wednesday as it moves over cooler waters and crosses into the Central Pacific.

The center of the storm is expected to pass northeast of the islands as a remnant low and could bring an increase in rain this weekend.

Meanwhile, remnants of former Hurricane Frank, are likely to bring more muggy weather and a greater chance of showers starting Wednesday through Thursday.

The forecast for Honolulu and south shores of Oahu calls for a 40 to 50 percent chance of rain through Saturday with the approach of the two tropical cyclone remnants.

Tradewinds are expected to increase to 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts on Wednesday.

Partly sunny skies are expected today and Wednesday. But skies could become cloudier on Wednesday and Thursday as Frank’s remnants pass near the islands.

Forecasters said this weekend’s weather depends on the actual track and timing of Howard.