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12:00 Noon Weather Report
Date: 17th August, 2026
Forecaster: Venantius Descartes

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is cloudy with moderate showers.

Present weather at GFL Charles Airport is cloudy with recent showers.

Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 27°C or 81°F.

Last night’s minimum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 27°C or 81°F

Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the east at 17 mph or 28 km/h.

Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 91%.

Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 8:00 am today:

At Hewanorra Airport: 0.1 mm     At GFL Charles Airport: 4.0 mm.

Total rainfall for the month of August so far:

At Hewanorra Airport: 30.6 mm    At GFL Charles Airport: 67.9 mm.

Sunset today: 6:24 pm      Sunrise tomorrow: 5:50 am           

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS

Winds will be blowing from the east near 17 mph or 28 km/h with occasional gusts.

Weather: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with scattered showers, which may be heavy in some locations, and a chance of isolated thunderstorms.

Residents and motorists in areas prone to flooding and landslides are advised to be vigilant.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA

Tides for Castries Harbour: Low at 12:21 pm… High at 6:45 pm.

Tides for Vieux Fort Bay:   Low at 1:48 pm… High at 7:52 pm.

Seas: Moderate with waves 4 to 6 feet or 1.2 to 1.8 metres.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES

Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK

A tropical wave will produce cloudy skies with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms over the southern portion of the Lesser Antilles during the forecast period. This wave is moving westward at 20 mph or 31 km/h.

Two other tropical waves located over the central and far eastern Tropical Atlantic are moving westward near 17 mph or 28 km/h.

Tropical cyclone formation is not expected over the tropical Atlantic during the next 7 days.

6:00 am Weather Report
Date: 17^h August, 2026
Forecaster: Vigil Saltibus

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is cloudy and hazy with showers nearby.

Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 28°C or 82°F.

Last night’s minimum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 27°C or 81°F

Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the east at 14 mph or 22 km/h.

Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 82%.

Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 8:00 pm last night:

At Hewanorra Airport: 4.6 mm

Total rainfall for the month of August so far:

At Hewanorra Airport: 30.5 mm

Sunset today: 6:24 pm      Sunrise tomorrow: 5:50 am           

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS

Winds will be blowing from the east-northeast and near 17 mph or 28 km/h with occasional gusts.

Weather: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with some scattered showers and a chance of isolated thunderstorms.

Residents and motorists in areas prone to flooding and landslides are advised to be vigilant.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA

Tides for Castries Harbour: High at 6:51 am…Low at 12:21 pm

Tides for Vieux Fort Bay:   High at 7:58 am…Low at 01:48 pm

Seas: Moderate to locally rough with waves and northeasterly to easterly swells

      5 to 7 feet or 1.5 to 2.1 metres.

Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution due to locally rough seas.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES

Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with some scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK

A tropical wave is expected to produce cloudy skies with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms across parts of the region from today Monday and into Tuesday.

Another tropical wave located over the far eastern Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 17 mph or 28 km/h.

Tropical cyclone formation is not expected over the tropical Atlantic during the next 7 days.

6:00 pm Weather Report
Date: 16^th August, 2026
Forecaster: Vigil Saltibus

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is cloudy with showers nearby.

Present weather at GFL Charles Airport is partly cloudy and hazy.

Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 28°C or 82°F.

Today’s maximum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 32°C or 90°F

Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the east-northeast at 9 mph or 15 km/h.

Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 83%.

Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 2:00 pm:

At Hewanorra Airport: 4.6 mm     At GFL Charles Airport: 1.0 mm

Total rainfall for the month of August so far:

At Hewanorra Airport: 30.5 mm    At GFL Charles Airport: 64.3 mm

Sunrise tomorrow: 5:50 am  Sunset tomorrow: 6:24 pm             

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS

Winds will be blowing from the east near 20 mph or 31 km/h with occasional gusts.

Weather: Partly cloudy and hazy occasionally becoming cloudy with a few showers.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA

Tides for Castries Harbour: High at 6:11 pm…Low at 12:35 am…High at 6:51 am  

Tides for Vieux Fort Bay:   High at 7:18 pm…Low at 02:02 am…High at 7:58 am

Seas: Moderate to locally rough with waves and northeasterly to easterly swells 6 to 8 feet or 1.8 to 2.4 metres tonight, easing to 5 to 7 feet or 1.5 to 2.1 metres tomorrow.

Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution due to locally rough seas.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES

Partly cloudy and hazy becoming cloudy at times with some scattered showers.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK

The Atlantic High-pressure system will generate moderate to brisk easterly winds across the Eastern Caribbean region during the forecast period.

A tropical wave located over the central Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 21 mph or 33 km/h. This wave is expected to produce cloudy skies with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms across parts of the region from late Monday into Tuesday.

Another tropical wave located over the far eastern Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 17 mph or 28 km/h.

Tropical cyclone formation is not expected over the tropical Atlantic during the next 7 days.

12:00 noon Weather Report
Date: 16^th August, 2026
Forecaster: Emmanuel Descartes

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is cloudy and hazy.

Present weather at GFL Charles Airport is cloudy with light showers.

Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 31°C or 88°F.

Last night’s minimum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 27°C or 81°F

Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the east northeast at 17 mph or 28 km/h.

Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 72%.

Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 8:00 am:

At Hewanorra Airport: 4.6 mm     At GFL Charles Airport: 0.5 mm

Total rainfall for the month of August so far:

At Hewanorra Airport: 25.9 mm    At GFL Charles Airport: 63.8 mm

Sunset tomorrow: 6:25 pm         Sunrise tomorrow: 5:50 am               

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS

Winds will be blowing from the east near 20 mph or 31 km/h.

Weather: Partly cloudy and hazy becoming cloudy at times with a few showers.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA

Tides for Castries Harbour: High at 5:38 pm… Low at 11:40 pm.  

Tides for Vieux Fort Bay:   Low at 1:17 pm… High at 7:18 pm.

Seas: Moderate to locally rough with waves and northeasterly to easterly swells

      6 to 8 feet or 1.8 to 2.4 metres.

Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution due to locally rough seas.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES

Partly cloudy and hazy becoming cloudy at times with a few scattered showers.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK

Weak unstable conditions in the atmosphere over the region will produce some showers over the islands during the forecast period.

The Atlantic High-pressure system will generate moderate to brisk easterly winds across the Eastern Caribbean region during the next couple of days.

A tropical wave located over the central Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 21 mph or 33 km/h. This wave is expected to start affecting the region from late tomorrow into Tuesday.

Another tropical wave located over the far eastern Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 17 mph or 28 km/h.

Tropical cyclone formation is not expected over the tropical Atlantic during the next 7 days.

6:00 am Weather Report
Date: 16^th August, 2026
Forecaster: Lemuel O’Shaughnessy

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is fair and hazy.

Present weather at GFL Charles Airport is fair and hazy.

Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 28°C or 82°F.

Last night’s minimum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 27°C or 81°F

Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the east at 17 mph or 28 km/h.

Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 79%.

Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 8:00 pm last night:

At Hewanorra Airport: 4.4 mm     At GFL Charles Airport: 21.0 mm

Total rainfall for the month of August so far:

At Hewanorra Airport: 25.9 mm    At GFL Charles Airport: 63.3 mm

Sunset tomorrow: 6:25 pm         Sunrise tomorrow: 5:50 am               

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS

Winds will be blowing from the east near 20 mph or 31 km/h.

Weather: Partly cloudy and hazy becoming cloudy at times with a few showers.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA

Tides for Castries Harbour: High at 6:05 am… Low at 11:50 am.  

Tides for Vieux Fort Bay:   High at 7:12 am… Low at 1:17 pm.

Seas: Moderate to locally rough with waves and northeasterly to easterly swells

      5 to 8 feet or 1.5 to 2.4 metres.

Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution due to locally rough seas.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES

Partly cloudy and hazy becoming cloudy at times with some scattered showers.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK

The atmosphere over the Eastern Caribbean continues to be sufficiently moist and unstable to produce some scattered showers over the region during the forecast period.

The Atlantic High-pressure system will generate moderate to brisk easterly winds across the Eastern Caribbean region during the next couple of days.

A tropical wave located over the central Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 21 mph or 33 km/h. This wave is expected to bring cloudiness, moderate to heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms over the region from late tomorrow into Tuesday.

Another tropical wave located over the far eastern Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 17 mph or 28 km/h.

Tropical cyclone formation is not expected over the tropical Atlantic during the next 7 days.

6:00 pm Weather Report
Date: 15^th August, 2026
Forecaster: Lemuel O’Shaughnessy

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is fair and hazy.

Present weather at GFL Charles Airport is fair and hazy.

Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 29°C or 84°F.

Today’s maximum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 32°C or 90°F

Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the east at 14 mph or 22 km/h.

Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 82%.

Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 2:00 pm today:

At Hewanorra Airport: 5.1 mm     At GFL Charles Airport: 21.0 mm

Total rainfall for the month of August so far:

At Hewanorra Airport: 25.9 mm    At GFL Charles Airport: 63.3 mm

Sunrise tomorrow: 5:50 am      Sunset tomorrow: 6:25 pm               

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS

Winds will be blowing from the east near 21 mph or 33 km/h.

Weather: Fair, windy and hazy becoming cloudy at times with some scattered light

         to moderate showers mainly during tonight.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA

Tides for Castries Harbour: Low at 11:40 pm… High at 6:05 am.  

Tides for Vieux Fort Bay:   High at 6:45 pm… Low at 1:07 am.

Seas: Locally rough to rough with waves and northeasterly to easterly swells 6 to 8 feet or 1.8 to 2.4 metres.

Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution due to brisk winds, locally rough seas and reduced visibility.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES

Partly cloudy, hazy and breezy becoming cloudy at times with some scattered showers.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK

The atmosphere over the Eastern Caribbean continues to be sufficiently moist and unstable to produce some scattered showers over the region during the forecast period.

The Atlantic High-pressure system will generate moderate to brisk easterly winds across the Eastern Caribbean region during the next couple of days.

A tropical wave located over the central Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 21 mph or 33 km/h. Further development of this wave is no longer expected.

Another tropical wave located over the far eastern Tropical Atlantic is also moving westward near 21 mph or 33 km/h.

12:00 noon Weather Report
Date: 15^th August, 2026
Forecaster: Vigil Saltibus

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is cloudy and hazy.

Present weather at GFL Charles Airport is cloudy and hazy.

Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 31°C or 88°F.

Last night’s minimum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 27°C or 81°F

Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the southeast at 24 mph or 39 km/h.

Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 78%.

Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 8:00 am today:

At Hewanorra Airport: 5.1 mm     At GFL Charles Airport: 21.0 mm

Total rainfall for the month of August so far:

At Hewanorra Airport: 25.9 mm    At GFL Charles Airport: 63.3 mm

Sunset today: 6:25 pm           Sunrise tomorrow: 5:50 am       

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS

Winds will be blowing from between the east and east-southeast near 24 mph or

39 km/h, with occasional gusts.

Weather: Partly cloudy,  windy and hazy becoming cloudy at times with some scattered light to moderate showers.

Residents and motorists in areas prone to flooding and landslides are advised to be vigilant and exercise caution.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA

Tides for Castries Harbour: High at 5:38 pm…Low at 11:40 pm.  

Tides for Vieux Fort Bay:   Low at 12:45 pm…High at 6:45 pm

Seas: Locally rough to rough with waves and northeasterly to easterly swells 7 to

      10 feet or 2.1 to 3.0 metres.

Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise EXTREME caution due to brisk winds, rough seas and reduced visibility. (view Latest Advisory section)

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES

Cloudy to overcast at times with moderate to heavy showers, isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds over the Leeward Islands and northern Windward Islands.  Elsewhere, breezy with skies cloudy and at times with some scattered showers and a chance of isolated thunderstorms.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK

The atmosphere over the Eastern Caribbean continues to be sufficiently moist and unstable to produce scattered showers, gusty winds and isolated thunderstorms across parts of the region. A gradual improvement is expected the system continues to move away from the islands and into the Caribbean Seas.

The Atlantic High pressure system will gradually influence more stable and drier conditions across the region during the next few days.

Another tropical wave located over the central Tropical Atlantic continues to produce disorganized showers and thunderstorms. Some minor fluctuations strength is anticipated over the next few days, after which it could encounter strong upper-level winds, decreasing its chances of further development. The system is moving westward near 15 mph or 24 km/h, across the central Tropical Atlantic.

A third tropical wave located over the far eastern Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 15 mph or 24 km/h.

Interests in Saint Lucia and the rest of the region should closely monitor the progress of these systems.

6:00 am Weather Report
Date: 15th August, 2026
Forecaster: Maclean Jn Baptiste

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is cloudy with showers nearby.
Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 28°C or 82°F.
Last night’s minimum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 27°C or 81°F
Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the east-southeast at 24 mph or 39 km/h.
Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 88%.
Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 8:00 pm last night:
At Hewanorra Airport: 0.7 mm.
Total rainfall for the month of August so far:
At Hewanorra Airport: 21.5 mm

Sunset today: 6:25 pm Sunrise tomorrow: 5:50 am

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS
Winds will be blowing from between the east and east-southeast near 24 mph or 39 km/h, with occasional gusts.
Weather: Partly cloudy to cloudy and windy, with scattered showers which may be heavy in some locations, and a chance of isolated thunderstorms.
Residents and motorists in areas prone to flooding and landslides are advised to be vigilant and exercise caution.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA
Tides for Castries Harbour: Low at 11:18 am…High at 5:38 pm.
Tides for Vieux Fort Bay: High at 06:26 am…Low at 12:45 pm.
Seas: Locally rough to rough with waves and northeasterly to easterly swells 7 to 12 feet or 2.1 to 3.7 metres.
Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise extreme caution due to brisk winds, rough seas and reduced visibility.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES
Cloudy to overcast at times with moderate to heavy showers, isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK
A strong tropical wave is moving over the Lesser Antilles, producing moderate to heavy showers, gusty winds and isolated thunderstorms across some islands. The system is moving westward near 17 mph or 28 km/h, and has a low chance of further development over the next few days.

Another tropical wave located over the central Tropical Atlantic continues to produce disorganized showers and thunderstorms. Some slow development of this system could occur over the next few days, after which it could encounter strong upper-level winds, decreasing its chances of further development. The system is moving westward near 15 mph or 24 km/h, across the central Tropical Atlantic.

A third tropical wave located over the far eastern Tropical Atlantic is moving westward near 15 mph or 24 km/h.

Interests in Saint Lucia and the rest of the region should closely monitor the progress of these systems.

6:00 pm Weather Report
Date: 14th August, 2026
Forecaster: Maclean Jn Baptiste

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is cloudy and hazy.
Present weather at GFL Charles Airport is partly cloudy and hazy.
Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 30°C or 86°F.
Today’s maximum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 32°C or 90°F
Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the northeast at 22 mph or 35 km/h.
Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 73%.
Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 2:00 pm today:
At Hewanorra Airport: nil. At GFL Charles Airport: nil.
Total rainfall for the month of August so far:
At Hewanorra Airport: 20.8 mm At GFL Charles Airport: 42.3 mm.

Sunrise tomorrow: 5:50 am Sunset tomorrow: 6:25 pm

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS
Winds will be blowing from between the northeast and southeast near 25 mph or 41 km/h, with gusts near showers.
Weather: Generally cloudy skies with moderate to heavy showers, gusty winds and isolated thunderstorms.
Residents and motorists in areas prone to flooding and landslides are advised to be vigilant and exercise caution.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA
Tides for Castries Harbour: Low at 10:46 pm…High at 5:19 am.
Tides for Vieux Fort Bay: High at 06:14 pm…Low at 12:13 am.
Seas: Locally rough to rough with waves and northeasterly to easterly swells 7 to 12 feet or 2.1 to 3.7 metres.
Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise extreme caution due to brisk winds, rough seas and reduced visibility.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES
Cloudy to overcast with moderate to heavy showers, thunderstorms and gusty winds.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK
Showers and thunderstorms associated with a tropical wave located about 350 miles or 563 kilometers east of the Lesser Antilles, have continued to become less organized. This system is moving into a region of increasing upper-level winds and dry air, and the potential for development continues to decrease. Although development is unlikely, gusty winds, thunderstorms and areas of heavy rain are possible across portions of the region tonight and Saturday. The wave is moving westward near 15 mph or 28 km/h.

Another tropical wave located over the central Tropical Atlantic continues to produce disorganized showers and thunderstorms. While environmental conditions are conducive for gradual development over the next few days, the system could encounter strong upper-level winds next week, decreasing its chances of development next week. The wave continues to move westward near 15 mph or 24 km/h, across the central Tropical Atlantic.

A third tropical wave is located just off the coast of Africa and is moving westward near 15 mph or 24 km/h.

Interests in Saint Lucia and the rest of the region should closely monitor the progress of these systems.

12:00 noon Weather Report
Date: 14^th August, 2026
Forecaster: Lemuel O’Shaughnessy

Present weather at Hewanorra Airport is fair and hazy.

Present weather at GFL Charles Airport is partly cloudy and hazy.

Present temperature at Hewanorra Airport is 31°C or 88°F.

Last night’s minimum temperature at Hewanorra Airport was 28°C or 82°F

Wind at Hewanorra Airport is blowing from the east-northeast at 18 mph or 30 km/h, gusting to 31 mph or 50 km/h.

Relative humidity at Hewanorra Airport is 69%.

Rainfall in the 24-hour period that ended at 8:00 am today:

At Hewanorra Airport: nil.        At GFL Charles Airport:  nil.     

Total rainfall for the month of August so far:

At Hewanorra Airport: 20.8 mm      At GFL Charles Airport:  42.3 mm.    

Sunset today: 6:26 pm           Sunrise tomorrow: 5:50 am                                     

FORECAST FOR SAINT LUCIA VALID FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS

Winds will be blowing from between the northeast and southeast near 25 mph or

41 km/h, with occasional gusts.

Weather: Generally fair, hazy and breezy today. Mostly cloudy with moderate to heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms, tonight and tomorrow.

Residents and motorists in areas prone to flooding and landslides are advised to be vigilant and exercise caution.

MARINE FORECAST FOR SEAS IN A 25 MILE OR 40 KM RADIUS FROM SAINT LUCIA

Tides for Castries Harbour: High at 5:07 pm… Low at 10:46 pm.

Tides for Vieux Fort Bay:   Low at 12:12 pm… High at 6:14 pm.

Seas: Moderate to rough with waves and northeasterly to easterly swells 5 to 12 feet or 1.5 to 3.7 metres.

Small craft operators and sea bathers are advised to exercise caution due to brisk winds, rough seas and reduced visibility.

FORECAST FOR THE LESSER ANTILLES

Generally fair and hazy with a few showers, today. Mostly cloudy with moderate to heavy showers, isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds, tonight and tomorrow.

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK

Showers and thunderstorms associated with a tropical wave located about 400 miles or 644 kilometers east of the Lesser Antilles, have continued to become less organized. This system is moving into a region of increasing upper-level winds and dry air, and the potential of development continues to decrease. Although development is unlikely, gusty winds, thunderstorms and areas of heavy rain are possible across portions of the region tonight and Saturday.

Another tropical wave located over the central tropical Atlantic is producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms. Environmental conditions are forecast to be generally conducive for gradual development, and a tropical depression could form this weekend while the wave moves westward or west-northwestward across the central tropical Atlantic.

Interests in Saint Lucia and the rest of the region should closely monitor the progress of these systems.