The chance of showers continues for the remainder of the year as a shearline affects the island chain. Model guidance is indicating the highest chance of heavy showers tonight into Thursday. Residents and motorists should remain alert.
Wednesday night : Moisture levels are forecast to increase allowing for mostly cloudy skies with some moderate to heavy showers and chance of isolated thunderstorms.
Thursday: High moisture content will persist allowing for mostly cloudy skies, moderate to heavy showers and chance of isolated thunderstorms.
Friday: Scattered showers are likely as instability moves away from the island chain.
Saturday: Partly cloudy skies with a slight to moderate chance of scattered showers.
Winds will blow from the east to east north east (ENE) at 25 km/h to 35 km/h allowing for breezy conditions with higher gusts near showers. Seas will remain moderate to rough with swells peaking at 1.5m on the western coasts and 3.0m on the eastern coasts. Small craft operators and sea bathers are asked to exercise caution for above normal sea swells.
In addition, slight to moderate haze intrusion should be in the area around Saturday.