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WEATHER FORECAST FOR THE VI

WEATHER FORECAST FOR THE VI

January 6, 20171988Views

Synopsis: A relatively stable atmosphere will continue to dominate weather conditions over the Leeward Islands and BVI today. Beginning tonight a building ridge will cause a moderate to fresh wind-flow to blow over these islands and push pockets of moisture over these islands at times

Today: Partly sunny; any shower will be light and brief

Tonight: Partly cloudy with brief passing early morning showers possible

Winds: Easterly at 8-14kts [15-26km/h] today and increasing to 12-18kts [22-33 km/h] by early tomorrow with higher spells over coastal waters.

Seas: Moderate with heights of 1.8m or 6ft today increasing to 8ft in the coastal waters east of the Leewards by early tomorrow. As a result, a caution remains in effect for today while a small craft warning will come into effect for the Leewards by early tomorrow for hazardous sea conditions.

Atmospheric Pressure: Above normal

Sunset today:  5:57 pm.

Sunrise tomorrow:  6:49 am.

 

Disclaimer: The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) is not an official Meteorological Office. The Information disseminated by the Department is gathered from a number of professional sources used or contracted by the DDM to provide such information. This information is to be used as a guide by anyone who has interest in local weather conditions. By no means can the DDM or the BVI Government be held accountable by anyone who uses this information appropriately for legal evidence or in justification of any decision which may result in the loss of finances, property or life.