…A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR ST. MAARTEN
UNTIL 6AM, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 2022…
WEATHER:
Today: Partly cloudy and breezy.
Tonight through Wednesday morning: Partly cloudy and breezy with a brief shower possible.
Forecast High: 30°C / 86°F Forecast Low: 25°C / 77°F
Sunset Today: 6:29 P.M. Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:52 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS:
Today through Wednesday morning: Easterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 10 to 18 mph, and higher gusts possible.
SYNOPSIS:
The Atlantic high pressure system remains dominant. However, a weaker pressure gradient will account for a reduction of winds and improving sea conditions across the region.
Seas are predicted to peak up to 8 feet through today. Afterwards, a gradual improvement is expected. Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution, particularly along the northern and eastern shores.
STATE OF THE SEA: Moderate to rough WAVES/SWELLS: 6 to 8 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
OUTLOOK through Thursday morning: Partly cloudy and breezy with few brief showers possible.
FORECASTER: Gordon
