Updated 6/4/24 at 7:25 p.m. AST
VI SOURCE WEATHER UPDATES
! The NWS has noted that an unstable weather pattern will continue on Wednesday, raising the risk of rainfall and thunderstorms, which may be heavy at times. Warm weather is also expected, and Heat Advisories or Warnings may be issued. A drying trend is expected later in the week. Please read more here.
! A NEW Weekly Weather Update video is available here!
! A NEW Daily Weather Update video for Wednesday, June 5, is available here!
! Saturday, June 1, marked the beginning of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, and NOAA Forecasts Above-Average 2024 Hurricane Season, Expects High Number of Named Cyclones.
Series: “Extreme Weather in the Caribbean”
- Part 1: Caribbean Earthquakes and Tsunamis
- Part 2: Caribbean Volcanoes
- Part 3: Rip Currents
- Part 4: Hurricanes
- Part 5: Wildfires
- Part 6: Flash Floods
- An article about earthquakes in the Caribbean is available here!
- An informational video about drought conditions in the USVI is available here!
- Article: Colorado State University Predicts Extremely Active 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season
- Article: La Niña Weather Pattern May Spawn an Active 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season
WEDNESDAY’S WEATHER FORECAST: 6/5/24
Happy Wednesday!
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Wednesday will be mostly cloudy, with showers and thunderstorms as a tropical wave passes near the region. Rain may be heavy at times. The high temperature will be approximately 87°F, 30.5°C, with winds out of the south-southeast at about 13 to 16 mph, gusting up to 21 mph. The Heat Index may be high, and staying hydrated and cool is essential. The chance of rain on Wednesday is approximately 60 percent. Please remember that the ground is very saturated; additional rain could lead to flash flooding or mudslides.
Wednesday night will be mostly cloudy, with showers and thunderstorms. The low temperature will be approximately 82°F, 27.7°C, with winds out of the southeast at about 8 to 10 mph. The possibility of rain on Wednesday night is roughly 80 percent.
Saturday, June 1, marked the beginning of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season. NOAA Forecasts an Above-Average 2024 Hurricane Season and Expects a High Number of Named Cyclones.
Below: Infrared satellite imagery obtained at 7:00 p.m. AST on Tuesday indicates a mostly cloudy sky around the USVI and Puerto Rico. Rain and thunderstorms are possible.
MARINE WEATHER UPDATE
On Wednesday, the seas will be approximately 2 to 3 feet, with occasional seas up to 4 feet. Winds will be out of the south-southeast at about 10 to 15 knots, gusting up to 20 knots.
On Wednesday night, the seas will be approximately 2 feet. Winds will be out of the south-southeast at about 5 to 10 knots.
The water temperature is approximately 85-86°F, approximately 30°C.
Ocean Water Temperature Map from 6/3/24, courtesy of NOAA:
Wave Height Forecast Map courtesy of NWS:
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
Rip Currents: The risk of rip currents is projected to be low to moderate across most of the region on Wednesday.
Learn more about rip current safety in an interview between the NWS and the VI Source here.
TROPIC WATCH
Tropical Activity: The National Hurricane Center does not expect any cyclone development over the next 7 days.
NEW Article: NOAA Forecasts Above-Average 2024 Hurricane Season, Expects High Number of Named Cyclones
Click here to learn tips on being prepared for the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Days Remaining in the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season: 178 Days
OBSERVATIONS
Sunrise: 5:44 a.m.
Sunset: 6:54 p.m.
Ocean water temperature: Approximately 85-86°F, approximately 30°C.
UV index: 10 out of 10 (VERY HIGH)
Tuesday’s high temperature: 87°F, 30.5°C
Tuesday’s low temperature: 83°F, 28.3°C
Preparation for extreme weather events in the Caribbean, such as earthquakes and tropical cyclones, is important. Residents and visitors in the USVI are encouraged to stay updated on weather events on the V.I. Source Weather page and sign up for alerts from the National Weather Service and the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency.
