Light Winds And Showers Forecast Today
Residents across the British Virgin Islands can expect localized cloudiness and a moderate chance of showers throughout the day. Marine conditions remain relatively calm with seas forecast at three to four feet. Shower activity is expected to taper off heading into the evening.
Residents across the British Virgin Islands can anticipate localized cloud cover and scattered rainfall today as daytime heating combines with gentle breezes across the northeastern Caribbean. According to the morning weather bulletin issued by the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services and disseminated by the Department of Disaster Management, the territory will experience partly cloudy skies with a 50 percent moderate chance of showers during the day.
The combination of warm land temperatures and light air flow is expected to support cloud development across both the Leeward and Virgin Islands. Heading into tonight, shower activity is expected to diminish. Skies will remain partly cloudy, with the likelihood of rain dropping to a low 30 percent chance across the territory.
Winds are forecast to blow primarily from the southeast at speeds between 3 and 7 miles per hour, or 6 to 11 kilometres per hour. Forecasters note that wind patterns may become lighter and variable at various times during the forecast period. For marine operators, fishers, and inter-island travelers, sea conditions remain relatively tranquil.
Open water swells are projected to stay between 3 and 4 feet, or 1.0 to 1.2 metres, posing no major marine hazards under normal conditions. Sunset this evening is scheduled for 6:17 PM, followed by tomorrow morning's sunrise at 6:07 AM. Motorists and residents are encouraged to stay mindful of slick road conditions during sudden localized downpours, especially along steep terrain throughout the islands.
Primary source: BVI Disaster Management