8th February 2018 – Synopsis: A fresh to brisk trade wind flow generated by a strong high-pressure system will continue to generate rough seas as well as transport low level patches over and around the islands today and tonight, thus maintaining a moderate chance for showers.
Wx: Partly sunny skies today and fair to partly cloudy skies tonight with periods of quick passing showers developing.
Winds: ENE at 26-41km/h or 14-22kts increasing to 48km/h or 26kts over open waters with higher gusts during showers…
Seas: Rough, swells 2.1-3.1m or 7-10ft. Warnings remain in place for small craft operators and sea bathers against hazardous sea conditions.
Sunset today: 6:16 pm.
Sunrise tomorrow: 6:48 am.
Please continue to monitor local media stations, DDM’s website at bviddm.com) and Facebook at BVIDDM for regular updates.
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