Dominica Weather

Weather: A Tropical Wave Is Affecting The Island

Weather: A Tropical Wave Is Affecting The Island

Forecast
Valid from: 6:00 AM on Thursday, June 17, 2021

Synopsis: A tropical wave is affecting the island

Forecast for Today:

Cloudy to overcast at times, hazy and breezy with showers, which could be moderate to heavy at times and possible isolated thunderstorms mainly during the morning

Forecast for Tonight:

Partly cloudy, hazy and breezy with a few brief showers,

Wind: Easterly to South easterly @ 20 to 45 km/h with higher gusts

Sea Conditions: Moderate to rough in open water

Waves: 2.0 to 3.0 meters or 7.0 to 10.0 feet.

Warning/Advisory: A Small Craft Warning is now in effect for above normal seas along the east coast

Sunrise: 5:35 AM

Sunset: 6:37 PM

Low Tide: 3:07 AM and 4:02 PM

High Tide: 9:03 AM and 10:30 PM

Weather Outlook for Dominica and the Lesser Antilles

Valid from: 6:00 AM on Thursday, June 17, 2021

A tropical wave is expected to generate an increase in cloudiness with showers, which could be moderate to heavy at times and possible thunderstorm activity across the Lesser Antilles, including Dominica, during today. Breezy conditions will be maintained across the area.

People in areas prone to flooding, landslides and falling rocks are advised to exercise caution during today.  

A relative improvement in conditions can be expected by late this evening into tonight. Dust haze is expected to persist throughout the week resulting in a reduction in visibility and air quality. People with respiratory sensitivities are advised to take the necessary precautions to avoid complications.

Meanwhile, another tropical wave currently over the Central Tropical Atlantic is projected to affect the island chain by Saturday.

Moderate to rough seas are anticipated during today with waves peaking near 10.0ft along the east coast. A Small Craft Warning is in effect for above normal seas on the east coast. Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution.

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