Synopsis: A tropical wave is affecting the area
Forecast for Today and Tonight:
Mostly cloudy to overcast, hazy and breezy with scattered light to moderate showers and possible isolated thunderstorms
Wind: East north easterly to East south easterly @ 20 to 45 km/h
Sea Conditions: Moderate in open water
Waves: 1.5 to 2.5 meters or 5.0 to 8.0 feet.
Warning/Advisory: A small craft advisory is in effect for above normal seas on the east coast
Sunrise: 5:51 AM
Sunset: 6:24 PM
Low Tide: 10:50 AM and 10:16 PM
High Tide: 3:56 AM and 4:56 PM
Weather Outlook for Dominica and the Lesser Antilles
Valid from: 6:00 AM on Sunday, August 22, 2021
A tropical wave is expected to produce an increase in cloudiness with showers, which could be moderate to heavy at times, and isolated thunderstorms across the area during the next 24 hours. People in areas prone to flooding, landslides, and falling rocks should remain on alert during the period. A flood watch or warning may become necessary at short notice during the period as an elongated area of moderate to heavy showers is being monitored to the south of Dominica.
An increase in dust haze concentration will be maintained across the area during the next 24 hours. People with respiratory sensitivities should take all precautions to avoid complications.
Moderate seas are anticipated during the next 24 hours with waves peaking to 8.0ft. Small craft operators and sea bathers on the east coast should exercise caution as a small craft advisory remains in effect for above normal seas on the east coast.
Please note that a greater degree of cloudiness, more frequent rainfall, and higher rainfall amounts are normally experienced across the east coast and interior of Dominica.
Prepared by: Marshall Alexander (Forecaster)