Good morning SVG! We’re waking up this Tuesday to cloudy and slightly hazy conditions, with unstable weather affecting the islands. The day is expected to bring cloudy and breezy periods, along with scattered light to moderate showers and the chance of isolated thunderstorms, so this is one of those mornings where the umbrella should definitely be close by.
At 6:00 a.m., the Meteorological Office at Argyle International Airport reported a temperature of 26.4°C, with northeast winds moving at around 15 km/h. Humidity is high at 91%, and 6.2 mm of rainfall was recorded over the past 24 hours. Yesterday’s maximum temperature reached 30.1°C, while last night’s minimum dipped to 22.9°C.
Forecasters say unstable conditions are affecting the islands, and residents should expect cloudy, breezy weather with scattered showers and a chance of isolated thunderstorms. A weather advisory is in effect, with residents and motorists in areas prone to flash flooding and landslides, or near rivers and streams, urged to remain alert.
Marine conditions are slight to moderate in open waters, with swells ranging from 1.2 to 2.0 metres. Small-craft operators and sea bathers are also being advised to exercise caution due to above-normal swells.
Around the region this morning, Trinidad is fair, Barbados is cloudy and breezy with light showers, Antigua is fair and breezy, San Juan and Miami are cloudy, while New York and Toronto are fair. London is reporting clear skies.
Today’s high tides are expected at 9:04 a.m. and 6:28 p.m., while low tide is forecast for 10:10 a.m.. Sunrise was at 5:38 a.m., and sunset will be at 6:32 p.m..
That’s your ANN Friendly Weatherman update for this Tuesday. Take it easy on the roads, stay alert in flood-prone areas, and keep an eye on the skies as those scattered showers move through. Have a safe and productive day across St. Vincent and the Grenadines.