DATE ISSUED: Sunday, February 09, 2020 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)
VALID UNTIL: Monday midday (12:00 LST) February 10, 2020
…A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FOR ST. MAARTEN AND SURROUNDING WATERS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE…
WEATHER:
This afternoon through Monday midday: Partly cloudy and breezy, becoming cloudy at times with passing showers.
Forecast High: 30°C / 86°F Forecast Low: 24°C / 75°F
Sunset Today: 6:11 P.M. Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:42 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS:
This afternoon through Monday midday: East northeast to east with a gentle to moderate breeze of 08 to 19 mph and occasional higher gusts.
SYNOPSIS:
The dominant Atlantic high pressure ridge will continue to cause brisk winds and hazardous marine conditions. Additionally, moisture embedded within the wind flow will cause passing showers across the local area.
Moderate to rough seas are expected with waves up to 8 feet. Small craft operators and sea bathers should exercise caution.
STATE OF THE SEA: Moderate to Rough WAVES/SWELLS: 6 to 8 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
OUTLOOK through Tuesday midday: Partly cloudy and breezy with a few passing showers possible.
FORECASTER: Gordon
