A tropical wave moving across the southern Caribbean Sea, coupled with a trough of low pressure in the upper levels of the atmosphere, is triggering widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across the Dominican Republic.
Since the early morning hours of Monday, 14 October 2024, provinces including La Altagracia, La Romana, San Pedro de Macorís, and the Greater Santo Domingo area are experiencing these adverse weather conditions. Meteorologists predict Hato Mayor, Samaná, and surrounding regions will also receive heavy rainfall on Monday.
By late afternoon and early evening, the rainy activity with thunderstorms and gusty winds is forecast to spread to the northwest, Central Mountain Range and border regions. However, the rest of the country is expected to remain hot and dry.
For Tuesday, the combination of moisture from the south/southeast winds and the upper-level trough is expected to produce more clouds, showers, and locally heavy thunderstorms, particularly along the Caribbean coast and eastern regions. These conditions are likely to extend into the northwest, northeast, Central Mountain Range and border areas by late afternoon and evening.
Nevertheless, Indomet says that temperatures will remain hot due to the warm and humid southeast winds. Residents are advised to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, and seek cool, ventilated areas. Light-colored clothing is recommended, especially for the elderly and children who are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses.
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Indomet
14 October 2024