Forecast Discussion

05/08/2026

Departamento Meteorologico Aruba http://www.meteo.aw

Discussion Valid from 5:00 AM 08/05/2026

...CARIBBEAN SEA & LOCAL REGION...

Local forecast:
No significant features made to the forecast.
The Atlantic high pressure system is the main
weather feature. It will continue to support
breezy conditions with winds expected to reach
strong to near gale force in gusts. Moreover,
the relative dry and stable regional atmosphere
will restrict the development of the rain
producing clouds.

Otherwise, the lingering Saharan Dust layer
will hinder the visibility and induce air of
a lower quality. People sensitive to changes
in the air quality should be aware of this
feature. Conditions will improve during the
next day or two.

Marine conditions:
Smooth seas are in place on the protected sites.
Slight seas are noted on the protected south sides.
Slight to moderate seas are noted on the exposed
south sides with seas of around 2 to 3 feet.
Generally moderate seas are noted over the
east to northwest coastal areas with seas
around 4 to 6 feet.

Operators of small vessels must exercise
caution on the east to northwest coastal
sections...

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