Synopsis: Unstable conditions will be affecting the area
Forecast for Today and Tonight:
Partly cloudy to cloudy, hazy, and breezy with some scattered showers and a chance of isolated thunderstorms
Wind: East north easterly to East south easterly @ 15 to 40 km/h with higher gusts
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 remains in effect along the eastern coast
Sunrise: 5:55 AM
Sunset: 5:49 PM
Low Tide: 11:16 AM
High Tide: 5:49 AM and 5:17 PM
Weather Outlook for Dominica and the Lesser Antilles
Valid from 6:00 AM on Friday, October 8, 2021
Unstable conditions will continue to result in an increase in cloudiness with scattered showers and possible isolated thunderstorms, particularly across the southern portion of the Lesser Antilles during the next 24 hours. Breezy conditions will be maintained.
People in areas prone to flooding, landslides, and falling rocks should exercise caution for possible isolated, enhanced shower activity during the period.
A wet and unstable weather pattern is expected across the island during the weekend and into early next week. Residents are advised to be on alert.
Dust haze is expected to persist 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 along the eastern coastline. A Small Craft Advisory remains in effect. Small craft operators and sea bathers should continue to exercise caution. An increase in wave heights to near 10.0ft is expected on Saturday.
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)