DATE ISSUED: Monday, April 03, 2017 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)
VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) April 04, 2017
…A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FOR ST. MAARTEN UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE…
WEATHER:
This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with a passing shower possible.
Forecast High: 29°C / 84°F Forecast Low: 25°C / 77°F
Sunset Today: 6:26 P.M. Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:05 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS:
This afternoon through Tuesday midday: East northeast to east with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 12 mph.
SYNOPSIS:
The Atlantic high pressure ridge remains the dominant feature across the region, generating mostly light winds. Additionally, generally fair conditions can be expected across the local area as the dry and stable atmosphere will continue to restrict cloudiness and precipitation.
Seas are expected to slightly subside from tonight into tomorrow. However, northerly swells will continue to affect local waters. Small craft operators and sea bathers should exercise caution.
STATE OF THE SEA: Moderate WAVES/SWELLS: 5 to 7 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
OUTLOOK through Wednesday midday: Mostly fair to partly cloudy with a passing shower possible.
FORECASTER: Gordon