AT Weather Desk

Antigua and Barbuda’s Meteorological Service is monitoring two tropical waves in the Eastern Atlantic that could develop as they move westward towards the Caribbean, with no immediate threat to land.

The annual Perseid meteor shower lit up skies across Antigua and Barbuda overnight on August 12-13, with the dark new-moon sky providing favourable conditions for viewing.

The National Hurricane Center has raised the system’s seven-day development chance to 70% as the low-pressure area moves westward across the central Atlantic.

268Weather now forecasts 12 named storms, four hurricanes and two major hurricanes for 2026, citing the development of a strong El Niño pattern as a key factor.

The Meteorological Service forecasts above-average temperatures across both islands from August to October, while Tobago is expected to receive below-normal rainfall that could affect water supplies and agriculture.

The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service forecasts wetter conditions on August 2 and from August 6 to 9, with eastern and southern regions expected to receive the highest daily rainfall during the first half of August.

Residents, fishermen, small craft operators and sea bathers are being urged to exercise caution as swells of up to 7.2 feet and gusty winds are forecast through Friday, July 31.

A weak tropical wave approaching the Lesser Antilles is expected to bring brief showers to Saint Lucia, with no severe weather or advisories anticipated.

Forecasters expect Bertha to move toward the northern Gulf Coast, bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms and a heightened flood risk, while Caribbean weather officials continue monitoring regional conditions.

The TTMS warned that additional rainfall over already saturated ground could cause streams to overflow, leading to localized flooding, ponding in low-lying areas and possible landslips across parts of Trinidad.

The tropical wave is expected to bring periods of heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds to Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique from late Monday into Tuesday, increasing the risk of localized flooding.

Saharan dust is gradually clearing across Trinidad and Tobago, improving air quality, but authorities are urging beachgoers to remain cautious as rough seas and dangerous rip currents continue.

A dense Saharan dust plume is reducing air quality across Saint Lucia, with health officials urging people with respiratory conditions to limit outdoor activities as hazy, breezy weather continues.

Lightning activity caused two transmission circuits to trip on Tuesday night, leading to a temporary voltage dip across Trinidad and Tobago, but electricity supply remained uninterrupted.

A tropical wave is moving through the Caribbean but poses no immediate threat to Dominica. The Met Department will provide updates as needed.

Belize is experiencing chilly mornings in early February 2026, as an Arctic Blast sweeps through Central America, bringing cooler temperatures and brisk winds.

The Met Department reports that moderate showers and periods of rain have been affecting the island since Wednesday, with the wet weather expected to intensify and potentially cause major flooding in several areas.

Mid-morning will see increased activity, with peak conditions expected to affect Trinidad’s western half, northwestern mountains, and northeastern Tobago.

Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie reported that the situation in St. Elizabeth is worsening, with several families trapped in their homes as rescue teams work to evacuate them to safety.

Due to the calamity, the reports of damage to schools, hospitals and road infrastructure have been recorded across Jamaica.