Weather Updates

Hazardous Seas and Strong Winds Forecasted for USVI and Puerto Rico

The National Weather Service in San Juan has issued a decision support briefing, highlighting the presence of hazardous seas and life-threatening rip currents expected to persist throughout the week across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The briefing details a small north-to-northeasterly swell moving across the regional waters. This, combined with fresh to strong easterly winds generated by a strong surface high pressure north of the region, is expected to continue promoting hazardous seas and life-threatening surf zone conditions through Tuesday. The conditions are anticipated to persist through the rest of the week and possibly into the weekend due to another long-period northeasterly swell and choppy wind-driven seas. Breezy conditions are also forecasted across the islands throughout the workweek. Potential Risks and Impacts Outlined Marine Conditions: The seas are expected to be hazardous, with waves between 6 and 10 feet, occasionally reaching up to 11 feet. Wi...