Yellow Weather Warning Issued for Monday
The meteorology department has alerted the public to brace for a day of tumultuous weather on Monday, with a yellow weather warning in effect from 10am until 7pm. The forecast predicts intense storms sweeping across the region, with heavy rainfall anticipated to reach between 35 and 55 millimeters per hour.
The day is expected to commence with a partly cloudy sky and isolated showers, predominantly in mountainous areas. As the day progresses, the weather will take a dramatic turn, becoming overcast with widespread rains and thunderstorms, which are likely to affect the entire island. There is also a possibility of hailstorms. In terms of temperature, the mercury is set to climb to 24C inland, with coastal areas experiencing a slightly cooler 22C, and the higher mountains feeling a chill at 12C.
Winds will blow from the north to the southeast, starting off light to moderate at up to 4 Beaufort. However, by afternoon, they are expected to intensify, reaching up to 5 Beaufort. Mariners and beachgoers should take heed as the sea conditions are predicted to be rough throughout the day.
As night falls, the overcast conditions will persist, accompanied by intermittent rains and isolated storms, particularly in the western, southern, and eastern parts of the region. A noticeable drop in temperature will occur after dark, with inland areas cooling down to 10C, coastal regions to 13C, and the higher mountains to a brisk 5C. The winds will continue their north- to south-easterly course, maintaining a moderate pace at 4 Beaufort but may surge temporarily to strong levels of 5 Beaufort. The rough sea conditions are expected to continue into the night.
Looking ahead to the rest of the week, Tuesday through Thursday will see a continuation of cloudy skies with isolated storm activity. Temperatures on Tuesday are forecasted to hover around climatic averages but are anticipated to experience a gradual increase as the week progresses into Wednesday and Thursday.
