DATE ISSUED: Sunday, February 23, 2020 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)
VALID UNTIL: Monday midday (12:00 LST) February 24, 2020
…A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FOR ST MAARTEN UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE…
WEATHER:
Remainder of Today and Tonight: Generally fair and slightly hazy.
Monday morning through midday: Fair to partly cloudy and slightly hazy with a brief shower possible.
Forecast High: 29°C / 84°F Forecast Low: 23°C / 73°F
Sunset Today: 6:16 P.M. Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:35 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS:
This afternoon through Monday midday: Southeast to south with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 10 mph, becoming lighter and variable at times.
SYNOPSIS:
The loosened pressure gradient is producing light winds across the region. Meanwhile, low level clouds drifting with the wind flow may produce brief local showers across the forecast area. Additionally, Saharan dust will persist across the region at varying concentrations.
Moderate to rough sea conditions are expected from later today as Northerly swells enter local waters. Waves may peak up to 8 feet in some places, particularly along the northern coast of the island. Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution.
STATE OF THE SEA: Moderate to Rough WAVES/SWELLS: 5 to 8 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
OUTLOOK through Tuesday midday: Partly cloudy and slightly hazy with brief showers possible.
