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TROPICAL WAVE APPROACHING THE TERRITORY

TROPICAL WAVE APPROACHING THE TERRITORY

July 1, 2011846Views

1st July 2011Synopsis: Dry and stable weather conditions will
prevail across the British Virgin Islands this morning. However, later this
afternoon a tropical wave moving into the area will increase the instability of
the atmosphere and the chances of showers over the area. 

Wx: 

This Morning: Partly cloudy with only isolated showers.

This afternoon and Tonight: Cloudy to overcast with numerous
showers and thunderstorms.

Winds: ENE at 14-22kts over land and reaching near 24kts over
open waters. Some gusts in showers are also likely..

Seas: Locally rough waves 1.8-2.4m or 6-8ft. A small craft
advisory remains in effect for above normal seas.

Barometric Pressure: Normal

Sunset today:  6:58 pm.

Sunrise tomorrow:  5:46 am.

The DDM is monitoring the
weather conditions and will advise the public accordingly. If showers persist
an update maybe required for a Flash Flood Watch or Warning. For further information
please visit the DDM’s website and subscribe their notification link.

 

 


 

 

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