Thursday, August 9, 2018

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK AUG 9, 2018...0354 PM EDT

National Hurricane Center
770 
AXNT20 KNHC 091747
TWDAT 

Tropical Weather Discussion
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
147 PM EDT Thu Aug 9 2018

Tropical Weather Discussion for North America, Central America
Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, northern sections of South
America, and Atlantic Ocean to the African coast from the
Equator to 32N. The following information is based on satellite
imagery, weather observations, radar and meteorological analysis.

Based on 1200 UTC surface analysis and satellite imagery through 
1715 UTC.

...SPECIAL FEATURES...

...Tropical Storm Debby...

The center of Tropical Storm Debby, at 09/1500 UTC, is near 44.5N
43.1W. The estimated minimum central pressure is 1002 mb. Debby 
is moving NE or 55 degrees, 15 knots. The maximum sustained wind 
speeds are 40 knots with gusts to 50 knots. Widely scattered
moderate to isolated strong rainshowers are from 42N to 44N
between 42W and 45W. Debby is expected to continue moving 
northeastward while weakening. Debby is forecast to dissipate on 
Friday. Please read the latest NHC Forecast/Advisory under 
AWIPS/WMO headers MIATCMAT4/WTNT24 KNHC for more details.

...TROPICAL WAVES...

An Atlantic Ocean tropical wave is along 23W/24W from 20N 
southward, moving W 15 knots, across the Cabo Verde Islands.
Scattered moderate to strong rainshowers in the monsoon trough 
are from 10N to 12N between 23W and 28W. Widely scattered
moderate to isolated strong rainshowers are from 10N to 14N
between 18W and 20W.  

An Atlantic Ocean tropical wave is along 38W/39W from 12N 
southward, moving W 15 knots. Widely scattered moderate to 
isolated strong rainshowers are from 08N to 10N between 35W
and 40W.

An Atlantic Ocean tropical wave is along 56W/57W from 18N 
southward, moving W 20 knots. A well-defined inverted V surface 
pattern is apparent in satellite imagery. Isolated moderate to 
locally strong rainshowers are within 180 nm on either side of
the line that runs from 20N51W to 14N56W to 09N60W.

A tropical wave is inland, from the eastern part of the Isthmus of
Tehuantepec of southern Mexico southward, through Guatemala, into
the eastern Pacific Ocean. Rainshowers are possible within 60 nm
on either side of the tropical wave.

...MONSOON TROUGH/ITCZ...

The monsoon trough passes through the coastal sections of Mauritania
near 17N16W, to 12N24W, 10N31W, and 09N37W. The ITCZ continues 
from 09N39W to 08N50W. Rainshowers are possible from 08N southward
between 30W and 55W. 

...DISCUSSION...

GULF OF MEXICO...

A weak surface ridge extends from central Florida near 28N82W,
southwestward into the central Gulf of Mexico, toward the SW
corner of the Gulf of Mexico. 

An upper level cyclonic circulation center is near 26N84W, in the
SE corner of the Gulf of Mexico. Upper level cyclonic wind flow
covers the Gulf of Mexico from 90W eastward. Isolated moderate 
rainshowers cover the area from 25N northward from 90W eastward.

An upper level cyclonic circulation center is in interior Mexico
near 20N100W. 

Isolated moderate rainshowers are in the waters, to the north of
the line that runs from 22N97W at the coast of Mexico, to SE
Louisiana along 90W.

A surface trough will develop in the Yucatan Peninsula from the 
early evenings to overnight hours during the next several days.
The surface trough will be accompanied by a surge of fresh to 
occasionally strong winds. A surface ridge will prevail elsewhere
across the area into early next week. The ridge will support 
moderate to fresh SE flow in the west central Gulf of Mexico, and
off the coast of Texas early next week. 

CARIBBEAN SEA...

Upper level cyclonic wind flow covers the Caribbean Sea from 16N
northward between SE Cuba and 60W. An upper level trough passes
through 22N67W in the Atlantic Ocean, to 16N66W in the Caribbean
Sea.

The monsoon trough is along 09N73W in Colombia, through NW Panama,
and beyond southern Costa Rica, into the eastern Pacific Ocean. 
Scattered strong rainshowers are to the north of the line that
runs from 03N78W at the coast of Colombia, to 06N86W, and 10N88W,
in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Rainshowers are possible from 12N
southward from 74W westward.

High pressure that is to the north of the area will support fresh
to strong winds in the south central Caribbean Sea through early
next week. One tropical wave will approach the Windward Islands 
and the Leeward Islands today, moving through the central 
Caribbean Sea by Sunday, and west of the region early next week.
A second tropical wave will move into the eastern Caribbean Sea 
and the central Caribbean Sea on Monday. The winds will approach
approach minimal gale force again on Sunday night NW of the Coast
of Colombia as the pressure gradient tightens temporarily.

ATLANTIC OCEAN...

Tropical storm Debby is in the north-central Atlantic Ocean.
Please read the SPECIAL FEATURES section for details. 

An upper level trough extends from Bermuda to 22N67W to 16N66W in
the Caribbean Sea. Isolated moderate rainshowers are from 20N
northward between 60W and 70W. 

An upper level trough extends from a 34N50W cyclonic circulation
center to 30N51W and 27N58W. Isolated moderate to locally strong
rainshowers are within 60 nm to 90 nm on either side of the line
that runs from 28N59W to 29N52W beyond 32N48W.

A surface trough passes through 33N74W to 31N77W. Isolated
moderate rainshowers are from 27N northward from 70W westward.

A surface ridge extends from a 1030 mb high pressure center that
is near 39N23W, through 32N36W, to 28N49W, to 28N74W, to Florida
near 28N81W. Surface anticyclonic wind flow spans the Atlantic
Ocean from 20N northward between Africa and the eastern coast of 
the U.S.A.

The current 28N surface ridge will shift southward to 25N today. 
The ridge will be to the east of a trough, that will be moving off
the southeastern coast of the U.S.A. through Friday. The ridge 
then will move N to 28N through Monday. 

For additional information please visit 
http://www.hurricanes.gov/marine

$$
MT
https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ 
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Cool seas surface temps and upper level shear and Sahara dust keeping
the Atlantic Basin quiet...RTW 
https://ralphstropicalweather.com/
  

NOAA'S UPDATED 2018 HURRICANE FORECAST

3h3 hours ago

COLORADO STATE UNIV. REVISED 2018 HURRICANE FORECAST

Revised 2018 Hurricane forecast by CO State Univ. calls for a below average remainder of the season. El Nino conditions in place to make this a calmer season...RTW

Although a calmer season expected, all it takes is one storm to ruin the day.  Remember Andrew in 1992 came during a strong EL Nino season.  So always be prepared!

http://www.iii.org/insuranceindustryblog/revised-2018-hurricane-season-forecast-august-2-2018/

TROPICAL OUTLOOK AUG 9, 2018... 1109 AM EDT


National Hurricane Center
431 
WTNT34 KNHC 091433
TCPAT4

BULLETIN
Tropical Storm Debby Advisory Number   9
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL       AL042018
1100 AM AST Thu Aug 09 2018

...DEBBY EXPECTED TO DISSIPATE SOON...


SUMMARY OF 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMATION
-----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...44.5N 43.1W
ABOUT 945 MI...1525 KM WNW OF THE AZORES
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...45 MPH...75 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...NE OR 55 DEGREES AT 17 MPH...28 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1002 MB...29.59 INCHES


WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.


DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK
----------------------
At 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), the center of Tropical Storm Debby was
located near latitude 44.5 North, longitude 43.1 West.  Debby is
moving toward the northeast near 17 mph (28 km/h), and it is
expected to accelerate northeastward through the day today.

Maximum sustained winds are near 45 mph (75 km/h) with higher gusts.
Some weakening is forecast, and Debby will likely dissipate later
today or tonight.

Tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 105 miles (165 km)
from the center.

The estimated minimum central pressure is 1002 mb (29.59 inches).


HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND
----------------------
None.


NEXT ADVISORY
-------------
Next complete advisory at 500 PM AST.

$$
Forecaster Zelinsky
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107 
AXNT20 KNHC 091205
TWDAT 

Tropical Weather Discussion
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
805 AM EDT Thu Aug 9 2018

Tropical Weather Discussion for North America, Central America
Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, northern sections of South
America, and Atlantic Ocean to the African coast from the
Equator to 32N. The following information is based on satellite
imagery, weather observations, radar and meteorological analysis.

Based on 0600 UTC surface analysis and satellite imagery through 
1100 UTC.

...SPECIAL FEATURES...

...Tropical Storm Debby...

The center of Tropical Storm Debby, at 09/0900 UTC, is near 43.6N
45.1W. The estimated minimum central pressure is 1002 mb. Debby is,
moving northeastward 15 kt. The maximum sustained wind speeds are
40 knots with gusts to 50 knots. Debby is expected to continue 
moving northeastward while weakening. Debby is forecast to 
dissipate on Friday. Please read the latest NHC Forecast/Advisory 
under AWIPS/WMO headers MIATCMAT4/WTNT24 KNHC for more details.

...TROPICAL WAVES...

An Atlantic Ocean tropical wave is along 22W/23W from 21N 
southward, moving W 15 knots. The wave is associated with a 700 mb
trough, and an embedded 700 mb low centered near 13N20W. SSMI TPW
shows a moist area S of 14N, and dry air N of 14N. Scattered 
moderate to strong rainshowers in the monsoon trough area, from 
10N to 13N between 20W and 25W. 

An Atlantic Ocean tropical wave is along 37W/38W from 12N 
southward, moving W 15 to 20 knots. This is a low amplitude and 
low latitude wave with Saharan dry air N of the wave. SSMI TPW 
shows a moist area along the wave axis. Widely scattered moderate 
to isolated strong rainshowers are from 07N to 10N between 32W and
38W.

An Atlantic Ocean tropical wave is along 53W/54W from 18N
southward, moving W 20 knots. This wave has a well defined 
inverted V surface pattern noted on satellite imagery. The wave 
also has a large 700 mb trough associated with the wave. The wave 
is affected by Saharan dry air intrusion W of the wave axis and N 
of 12N. Isolated moderate to locally strong rainshowers are within
180 nm on either side of the line that runs from 20N51W to 13N55W
to 08N60W. 

A tropical wave is inland, in central America, along 89W/90W from
18N southward, from Guatemala southward. Scattered strong
rainshowers are from 16N to 19N between 86W and 88W, in the
coastal plains/coastal waters. isolated moderate to locally strong
rainshowers are elsewhere from 15N to 22N between 85W and 89W.

...MONSOON TROUGH/ITCZ...

The monsoon trough passes through the coastal sections of Mauritania
near 17N16W, to 10N29W and 07N40W. The ITCZ continues from 07N40W
to 07N50W, to 08N56W, and into northern sections of Guyana near
08N60W.  enters the eastern Atlantic near 18N16W and extends 
southwestward to 10N28W to 08N40W. The ITCZ extends from 08N40W to
07N52W. Besides the convection mentioned in the tropical wave 
section, scattered showers are observed within 180 nm S of the 
ITCZ.

...DISCUSSION...

GULF OF MEXICO...

An area of high pressure extends from the western Atlantic into 
the basin. A surface trough extends over the Bay of Campeche from
21N90W to 17N93W with scattered moderate convection within 120 nm
of the trough. An upper-level low is centered over the SE Gulf
near 27N84W. Another small upper level low is centered near Tamico
Mexico at 23N98W. 

A surface trough will develop in the Yucatan Peninsula from the 
early evenings to overnight hours during the next several days.
The surface trough will be accompanied by a surge of fresh to 
occasionally strong winds. A surface ridge will prevail across 
the area through into early next week, supporting moderate to 
fresh SE flow over the west central Gulf of Mexico, and off Texas
early next week. 

CARIBBEAN SEA...

A tropical wave is exiting the basin. Refer to the section above 
for details. Gale force winds are along the coast of N Colombia. 
Please read the Special Features section above for details.

The monsoon trough in the SW Caribbean supports scattered moderate
convection south of 10N and west of 80W. This pattern will 
continue through the week. The next tropical wave is forecast to 
reach the waters east of the Lesser Antilles by early Friday, and
move across these islands this weekend. 

High pressure that is to the north of the area will support fresh
to strong trades in the central Caribbean Sea. A tropical wave 
will approach the Windward and Leeward Islands later today, moving
through the central Caribbean Sea by Sunday. A second tropical 
wave will move into the eastern Caribbean Sea and the central 
Caribbean Sea on Monday. The winds will pulse to fresh in the 
Gulf of Honduras through the week, reaching fresh to strong 
tonight. Winds will approach minimal gale force again on Sunday 
night NW of the Coast of Colombia as the pressure gradient 
tightens temporarily.

ATLANTIC OCEAN...

Tropical storm Debby is in the north-central Atlantic Ocean.
Please read the SPECIAL FEATURES section for details. 

A 1021 mb high is centered over the west Atlantic near 26N74W. 
A small surface trough is over the W Atlantic from 29N64W to
26N65W. Scattered showers are within 90 nm of the trough. The 
remainder of the basin is under the influence of a surface ridge, 
anchored by a 1030 mb high centered near 41N24W. Little change is
expected through the next 24-48 hours.

A 27N surface ridge will shift southward to 25N today. The ridge
will be to the east of a trough, that will be moving off the 
southeastern coast of the U.S.A. through Friday. The ridge then will
move N to 28N through Monday. The wind speeds will pulse to fresh
to strong offshore of the northern coast of Hispaniola through 
the next several days.

For additional information please visit 
http://www.hurricanes.gov/marine

$$
MT
https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ 
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Debby is quickly dissipating as it tracks quickly east northeast.
Elsewhere a large wave off the coast of Africa is prodcuing
showers and storms along the monsoon trough.  So far the tropics
remain quiet in the Atlantic, Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.
https://ralphstropicalweather.com/ 


 
 

Wednesday, August 8, 2018

TROPICAL STORM DEBBY UPDATE AUG 8, 2018... 0448 PM EDT

National Hurricane Center
502 
WTNT34 KNHC 082031
TCPAT4

BULLETIN
Tropical Storm Debby Advisory Number   6
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL       AL042018
500 PM AST Wed Aug 08 2018

...DEBBY MOVING OVER THE COLD WATERS OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC...


SUMMARY OF 500 PM AST...2100 UTC...INFORMATION
----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...42.0N 47.2W
ABOUT 1100 MI...1770 KM WNW OF THE AZORES
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...40 MPH...65 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...NE OR 40 DEGREES AT 15 MPH...24 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1004 MB...29.65 INCHES


WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.


DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK
----------------------
At 500 PM AST (2100 UTC), the center of Tropical Storm Debby was
located near latitude 42.0 North, longitude 47.2 West.  Debby is
moving toward the northeast near 15 mph (24 km/h), and this motion
is expected to continue today and tomorrow.

Maximum sustained winds have decreased to near 40 mph (65 km/h)
with higher gusts.  Debby is forecast to dissipate on Thursday.

Tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 60 miles (95 km) to
the southeast of the center.

The estimated minimum central pressure is 1004 mb (29.65 inches).


HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND
----------------------
None.


NEXT ADVISORY
-------------
Next complete advisory at 1100 PM AST.

$$
Forecaster Avila
https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ 
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TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK AUG 8, 2018... 0357 PM EDT

National Hurricane Center
962 
AXNT20 KNHC 081725
TWDAT 

Tropical Weather Discussion
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
125 PM EDT Wed Aug 8 2018

Tropical Weather Discussion for North America, Central America
Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, northern sections of South
America, and Atlantic Ocean to the African coast from the
Equator to 32N. The following information is based on satellite
imagery, weather observations, radar and meteorological analysis.

Based on 1200 UTC surface analysis and satellite imagery through 
1715 UTC.

...SPECIAL FEATURES...

...Tropical Storm Debby...
Debby is located near 41.2N/48.3W as of 08/1500 UTC. Estimated 
minimum pressure is 1003 mb, moving northeast at 10 kt. Maximum 
sustained winds are 40 kt with gusts to 50 kt. Debby is expected 
to continue moving northeast through tomorrow while weakening. See
the latest NHC Forecast/Advisory under AWIPS/WMO headers 
MIATCMAT4/WTNT24 KNHC for more details.

...Caribbean Gale Warning...
Gale force winds will develop once again by 09/00Z over the area
north of Colombia from 11N-13N between 70W-76W. These conditions
will continue through Thursday morning. Please see the Atlantic 
High Seas Forecast under AWIPS/WMO headers MIAHSFAT2/FZNT02 KNHC 
for further details.

...TROPICAL WAVES...

A tropical wave axis in the eastern Atlantic extends from 20N31W 
to 06N35W, moving W at 10-15 kt. The northern part of the wave is
affected by Saharan dry air intrusion. Scattered showers are noted
in the area where the wave meets the monsoon trough along 10N. 

A tropical wave axis in the central Atlantic extends from 19N47W 
to 07N49W, moving W at 10-15 kt. This wave has a well defined 
inverted V surface pattern noted on satellite imagery. The wave 
also has a large 700 mb trough associated with the wave. The 
wave is affected by Saharan dry air intrusion. No significant 
convection is observed with this wave at this time. 

A low amplitude tropical wave has entered Venezuela, extending 
its axis from 11N63W to 04N64W, moving W at 10-15 kt. The wave 
continues to be affected by intrusion of Saharan dry air and dust.
No significant convection is observed with this wave at this 
time. 

A tropical wave axis in the W Caribbean extends from 19N85W to 
05N85W, moving W at 10-15 kt. The wave is in a moist environment 
as indicated by SSMI TPW imagery. It is also under an upper-level
diffluent environment. Scattered moderate convection is noted 
from 13N-21N between 83W-89W, and in the vicinity of the monsoon 
trough mainly south of 10N. 

...MONSOON TROUGH/ITCZ...

The monsoon trough enters the eastern Atlantic near 22N17W and 
extends southwestward to 10N33W. The ITCZ begins W of a tropical 
wave near 08N37W and continues to 09N46W. Besides the convection 
mentioned in the tropical wave section, scattered showers are 
observed within 300 nm S of the monsoon trough east of 20W.

...DISCUSSION...

GULF OF MEXICO...

An area of high pressure extends from the western Atlantic into 
the basin. A surface trough extends over the Bay of Campeche from
24N97W to 20N96W with scattered showers prevailing mainly west of
94W. An upper-level low centered over the Straits of Florida near
24N82W, enhancing convection across the Yucatan Channel.

A thermal trough will develop over the Yucatan Peninsula from the
early evenings to overnight hours for the next several days. A 
surge of fresh to occasionally strong winds will be associated 
with this trough. High pressure ridging will prevail across the 
area through the week. 

CARIBBEAN SEA...

Two tropical waves are moving across the basin. Refer to the
section above for details. Gale force winds will develop again
tonight. Please read the Special Features section above for 
details.

The monsoon trough in the SW Caribbean supports scattered moderate
convection south of 10N and west of 80W. This pattern will 
continue through the week. The next tropical wave is forecast to 
reach the waters east of the Lesser Antilles by early Friday, and
move across these islands this weekend. 

ATLANTIC OCEAN...

Tropical storm Debby is over the north-central Atlantic. Refer to
the section above for details. Two tropical waves are moving 
across the basin. See the section above for details. 

A 1021 mb high is centered over the west Atlantic near 26N72W. The
remainder of the basin is under the influence of a surface ridge,
anchored by a 1029 mb high centered near 43N27W. Little change is
expected through the next 24-48 hours.

For additional information please visit 
http://www.hurricanes.gov/marine

$$

ERA 
https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
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Other than Debby and a large wave about to move off the coast
of Africa, the tropics remain quiet for now... RTW
https://ralphstropicalweather.com/
   

THUNDERSTORM OUTLOOK FOR TODAY AUG 8, 2018

30m30 minutes ago
Today's Updated Thunderstorm Outlook.

TROPICAL STORM DEBBY UPDATE AUG 8 2018... 1056 AM EDT

National Hurricane Center
073 
WTNT34 KNHC 081434
TCPAT4

BULLETIN
Tropical Storm Debby Advisory Number   5
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL       AL042018
1100 AM AST Wed Aug 08 2018

...DEBBY FORECAST TO DISSIPATE ON THURSDAY OVER THE COLD WATERS OF
THE NORTH ATLANTIC...


SUMMARY OF 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMATION
-----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...41.2N 48.3W
ABOUT 1150 MI...1855 KM WNW OF THE AZORES
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...45 MPH...75 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...NE OR 35 DEGREES AT 12 MPH...19 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1003 MB...29.62 INCHES


WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.


DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK
----------------------
At 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), the center of Tropical Storm Debby was
located near latitude 41.2 North, longitude 48.3 West. Debby is
moving toward the northeast near 12 mph (19 km/h), and this motion
is expected to continue today and tomorrow.

Maximum sustained winds are near 45 mph (75 km/h) with higher gusts.
Debby is forecast to dissipate on Thursday.

Tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 45 miles (75 km)
to the north and east of the center.

The estimated minimum central pressure is 1003 mb (29.62 inches).


HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND
----------------------
None.


NEXT ADVISORY
-------------
Next complete advisory at 500 PM AST.

$$
Forecaster Avila 
https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
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TROPICAL OUTLOOK AUG 8, 2018...10

National Hurricane Center
932 
AXNT20 KNHC 081159
TWDAT 

Tropical Weather Discussion
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
759 AM EDT Wed Aug 8 2018

Tropical Weather Discussion for North America, Central America
Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, northern sections of South
America, and Atlantic Ocean to the African coast from the
Equator to 32N. The following information is based on satellite
imagery, weather observations, radar and meteorological analysis.

Based on 0600 UTC surface analysis and satellite imagery through 
1145 UTC.

...SPECIAL FEATURES...

...Sub-tropical Storm Debby is located near 40.8N/48.8W as of 
08/0900 UTC. Estimated minimum pressure is 1003 mb moving north 
at 11 kt. Maximum sustained winds are 40 kt with gusts to 50 kt. 
A turn toward the northeast is expected by Wednesday night. See 
the latest NHC Forecast/Advisory under AWIPS/WMO headers 
MIATCMAT4/WTNT24 KNHC for more details.

...Caribbean Gale Warning...
A Gale Warning is in effect for the south-central Caribbean from 
11N-13N between 70W-76W. The gale is forecast to end on 08/1500 
UTC. The gale is forecast to resume on 09/0000 UTC, and then end 
again on 09/1500 UTC. Please see the Atlantic High Seas Forecast 
under AWIPS/WMO headers MIAHSFAT2/FZNT02 KNHC for further details.

...TROPICAL WAVES...

A tropical wave axis in the eastern Atlantic extends from 20N28W 
to 06N31W, moving W at 5-10 kt. The northern part of the wave is 
affected by Saharan dry air intrusion. Scattered moderate 
convection is from 10N-13N between 28W-34W. 

A tropical wave axis in the central Atlantic extends from 19N45W 
to 07N47W, moving W at 10-15 kt. This wave has a well defined 
inverted V surface pattern noted on satellite imagery. The wave 
also has a large 700 mb trough associated with the wave. The 
northern part of the wave is affected by Saharan dry air 
intrusion. No significant convection is observed with this wave at
this time. 

A low amplitude tropical wave has entered the southeast 
Caribbean extending its axis from 12N62W to 04N62W, moving W at 
10-15 kt. The wave continues to be affected by intrusion of 
Saharan dry air and dust. This wave is forecast to dissipate over 
South America today. No significant convection is observed with 
this wave at this time. 

A tropical wave axis in the W Caribbean extends from 20N83W to 
05N83W, moving W at 15 kt. The wave is in a moist environment at 
the lower levels as indicated by SSMI TPW imagery. It is also 
under an upper-level diffluent environment. Scattered moderate  
convection is noted from 13N-20N between 80W-89W, and in the
vicinity of the monsoon trough mainly south of 10N. 

...MONSOON TROUGH/ITCZ...

The monsoon trough enters the eastern Atlantic near 15N18W and 
extends southwestward to 07N36W. The ITCZ begins W of a tropical 
wave near 07N36W and continues to 09N44W, then resumes from 08N48W
to 06N57W. Besides the convection mentioned in the tropical wave 
section, scattered showers are observed within 180 nm S of the 
monsoon trough east of 20W.

...DISCUSSION...

GULF OF MEXICO...

An area of high pressure extends from the western Atlantic to the
NE Gulf of Mexico waters. A surface trough is over the SE Gulf
from 27N83W to 23N85W with scattered showers within 120 nm of the
trough. Another surface trough is inland over the Yucatan
peninsula. In the upper levels, a small upper level low is 
centered over the Straits of Florida near 24N81W. Another upper 
level low is centered over the NW Gulf near 28N94W. 

A thermal trough will develop over the Yucatan Peninsula from the
early evenings to overnight hours for the next several days. A 
surge of fresh to occasionally strong winds will be associated 
with this trough. The SE Gulf trough is forecast to move westward
over the tonight and Wed while dissipating. Otherwise, high 
pressure ridging will prevail across the area through the week. 

CARIBBEAN SEA...

Two tropical waves are moving across the basin. Refer to the
section above for details. A Gale Warning is also in effect. 
Please check the Special Features section above for details.

The monsoon trough in the SW Caribbean supports scattered moderate
convection south of 13N and west of 80W. This pattern will 
continue through midweek. The next tropical wave is forecast to 
reach the waters E of the Lesser Antilles late Thu, and move 
across these islands on Fri. 

ATLANTIC OCEAN...

Sub-tropical storm Debby is over the central Atlantic. Refer to 
the section above for details. Two tropical waves are moving 
across the basin. See the section above for details. A 1020 mb 
high is centered over the W Atlantic near 31N68W. A small surface
trough is also located over the W Atlantic from 29N66W to 26N66W.
Scattered showers are within 60 nm of the trough. The E Atlantic
is under the influence of a broad area of high pressure 
supporting fair weather. In the upper levels, a large upper level
trough is over the central Atlantic N of 26N between 40W-60W. 

For additional information please visit 
http://www.hurricanes.gov/marine

$$

Formosa/ERA
https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
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Other than Debby, the tropics remain quiet for now...RTW 
https://ralphstropicalweather.com/
 

Tuesday, August 7, 2018

SUB-TROPICAL STORM DEBBY AUG 7, 2018... 0448 PM EDT

318 
WTNT34 KNHC 072031
TCPAT4

BULLETIN
Subtropical Storm Debby Advisory Number   2
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL       AL042018
500 PM AST Tue Aug 07 2018

...SUBTROPICAL STORM DEBBY MOVING NORTHWARD WITH LITTLE CHANGE...
...EXPECTED TO BE SHORT LIVED...


SUMMARY OF 500 PM AST...2100 UTC...INFORMATION
----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...39.7N 49.2W
ABOUT 1195 MI...1925 KM WNW OF THE AZORES
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...40 MPH...65 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...N OR 350 DEGREES AT 15 MPH...24 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1008 MB...29.77 INCHES


WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.


DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK
----------------------
At 500 PM AST (2100 UTC), the center of Subtropical Storm Debby was
located near latitude 39.7 North, longitude 49.2 West.  The storm is
moving toward the north near 15 mph (24 km/h), but some decrease
in forward speed is anticipated before the cyclone turns toward
the northeast on Wednesday.

Maximum sustained winds remain near 40 mph (65 km/h) with higher
gusts.  Debby is forecast to dissipate in a couple of days or
earlier.

Winds of 40 mph extend outward up to 140 miles (220 km) to the
east of the center.

The estimated minimum central pressure is 1008 mb (29.77 inches).


HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND
----------------------
None


NEXT ADVISORY
-------------
Next complete advisory at 1100 PM AST.

$$
Forecaster Avila
https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ 
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DEBBY EXPECTED TO BE A SHORT LIVE STORM AS IT TRACKS 
OVER COOLER WATERS...RTW
https://ralphstropicalweather.com/
  
 

TODAY'S THUNDERSTORM OUTLOOK

37m37 minutes ago
Today's Updated Thunderstorm Outlook.


SUB-TROPICAL STORM DEBBY AUG 7, 2018... 1159 AM EDT

360 
WTNT34 KNHC 071454
TCPAT4

BULLETIN
Subtropical Storm Debby Advisory Number   1
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL       AL042018
1100 AM AST Tue Aug 07 2018

...SUBTROPICAL STORM DEBBY FORMS IN THE NORTH ATLANTIC...
...EXPECTED TO BE SHORT LIVED...


SUMMARY OF 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMATION
-----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...38.9N 48.5W
ABOUT 1160 MI...1870 KM W OF THE AZORES
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...40 MPH...65 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...N OR 355 DEGREES AT 16 MPH...26 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1008 MB...29.77 INCHES


WATCHES AND WARNINGS
--------------------
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.


DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK
----------------------
At 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), the center of Subtropical Storm Debby was
located near latitude 38.9 North, longitude 48.5 West. The storm is
moving toward the north near 16 mph (26 km/h), and this general
motion with a decrease in forward speed is expected during the next
24 hours. A gradual turn to the northeast is anticipated thereafter.

Maximum sustained winds are near 40 mph (65 km/h) with higher gusts.
Debby is forecast to dissipate in a couple of days.

Winds of 40 mph extend outward up to 160 miles (260 km) to the
northeast of the center.

The estimated minimum central pressure is 1008 mb (29.77 inches).


HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND
----------------------
None


NEXT ADVISORY
-------------
Next complete advisory at 500 PM AST.

$$
Forecaster Avila 
https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ 
 

TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK AUG 7, 2018... 1047 AM EDT

National Hurricane Center
093 
AXNT20 KNHC 071202
TWDAT 

Tropical Weather Discussion
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
802 AM EDT Tue Aug 7 2018

Tropical Weather Discussion for North America, Central America
Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, northern sections of South
America, and Atlantic Ocean to the African coast from the
Equator to 32N. The following information is based on satellite
imagery, weather observations, radar and meteorological analysis.

Based on 0600 UTC surface analysis and satellite imagery through 
1145 UTC.

...SPECIAL FEATURES...

A Gale Warning is in effect for the south-central Caribbean. A 
strong Atlantic ridge west of 60W is tightening the pressure 
gradient in the south-central Caribbean. Scatterometer data has 
confirmed the existence of gale-force winds in the Gulf of 
Venezuela, and 30 kt winds along the coast of Colombia near 
13N71W. Gale-force winds are forecast for the Gulf of Venezuela on
overnight and along the coast of Colombia by Wed night. Please 
see the Atlantic High Seas Forecast under AWIPS/WMO headers 
MIAHSFAT2/FZNT02 KNHC for further details. 

...TROPICAL WAVES...

A tropical wave axis in the eastern Atlantic extends from 19N37W 
to 08N41W, moving W at 10-15 kt. Scatterometer data depicts a 
distinct shift in wind direction along the convergence zone axis 
west of the wave. The northern part of the wave is affected by 
Saharan dry air intrusion, limiting convection to the area south 
of 14N between 36W and 44W. 

A tropical wave in the equatorial central Atlantic extends from 
02N-14N along 52W, moving W at 10-15 kt. The wave continues to be
affected by intrusion of Saharan dry air and dust. Shallow 
moisture in the vicinity of the ITCZ supports scattered showers 
convection mainly S of 08N. 

A tropical wave axis in the central Caribbean extends south of 
22N along 74W, moving W at 10-15 kt. The wave is in a moist 
environment at the lower levels as indicated by LPW and water 
vapor imagery, and under a diffluent environment between an 
elongated upper-level low over the central basin and S-SW flow to 
the east, which is supporting scattered showers N of 18N between 
70W-73W.

A tropical wave is in the western Caribbean with axis S of 21N 
along 84W, moving W at 10-15 kt. LPW imagery shows shallow 
moisture in the vicinity of the wave, and interaction with the 
monsoon trough supports scattered moderate convection mainly S of 
12N between 80W-85W.

...MONSOON TROUGH/ITCZ...

The monsoon trough enters the eastern Atlantic near 20N17W and 
extends southwestward to 13N25W then westward to 18N39W. The ITCZ
begins W of a tropical wave near 10N41W and continues to 06N51W, 
then resumes near 08N53W to 09N61W. Aside from the convection 
related to the tropical waves, scattered moderate convection is 
observed along the ITCZ between 40W-50W. 

...DISCUSSION...

GULF OF MEXICO...

A broad area of high pressure extends from the western Atlantic 
into the northern Gulf. Scattered convection is observed just W 
of the Florida peninsula, a remnant of evening thunderstorms 
over land. Return flow associated with the surface ridge 
continues to advect shallow moisture from the Caribbean into the 
Gulf, supporting scattered moderate convection in the Yucatan 
Channel and south-central Gulf waters between 84W-90W. A surface 
trough is in the NE Gulf from the Florida Big Bend to 29N84W 
with associated convection over land at this time.

Expect convection to fire up again across the basin later today. 
A nocturnal thermal trough that will emerge off the Yucatan 
Peninsula each night, and enhance the NE winds off the W Yucatan 
Peninsula. Surface ridging will prevail elsewhere through Sat.

CARIBBEAN SEA...

Enhanced satellite imagery continues to show a thin layer of 
Saharan dust moving across most of the basin where deep-layer 
wind shear prevails. This environment continues to suppress the 
development of significant convection across the basin. Shallow 
moisture is present south of Cuba, supporting scattered showers. 
The monsoon trough in the SW Caribbean supports convection near 
Panama. Fresh to near-gale force winds in the south-central 
Caribbean are forecast to increase to gale-force gusts in the 
Gulf of Venezuela and off the coast of Colombia by tonight, then 
sustained gale-force winds will develop through midweek. See the 
Special Features section for further details.

ATLANTIC OCEAN...

Two tropical waves are moving across the basin. See above for 
details. A subtropical low pressure system centered near 35N48W 
interacting with a broad upper-level low has organized showers 
and thunderstorms N of its center. Environmental conditions are 
expected to be marginally conducive for it to acquire tropical 
characteristics, and chances for tropical cyclone development 
are low. A surface trough extends S and SE from it to 24N57W 
supporting scattered showers and tstms N of 30N between 40W-50W. 
Aside from the tropical waves, the remainder of the Atlc is 
under the influence of surface high pressure that supports fair 
weather.


For additional information please visit 
http://www.hurricanes.gov/marine

$$

Mundell/ERA
https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ 
 
313 
ABNT20 KNHC 071118
TWOAT 

Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
800 AM EDT Tue Aug 7 2018

For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:

Early visible satellite images indicate that the shower activity
associated with a non-tropical low pressure system located a little
more than 900 miles west-southwest of the Azores continues to
show some signs of organization. Although the shower activity has
decreased somewhat during the past few hours, this system could
still acquire subtropical or tropical characteristics later today.
By Wednesday, however, the low will encounter increasingly cooler
waters, which will hinder development while the system moves toward
the north-northeast over the open North Atlantic.  Additional
information on this system can be found in High Seas Forecasts
issued by the National Weather Service.
* Formation chance through 48 hours...medium...60 percent.
* Formation chance through 5 days...medium...60 percent.

&&
High Seas Forecasts issued by the National Weather Service can be
found under AWIPS header NFDHSFAT1, WMO header FZNT01 KWBC, and
on the Web at https://ocean.weather.gov/shtml/NFDHSFAT1.shtml.

$$
Forecaster Avila 
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 INVEST 97L is gradually becoming better organized as it tracks
northeast and away from cooled sea surface temps related to this 
97L. 97L has the potential to become a sub-tropical ora tropical 
cyclone within in a day or so. Elsewhere the tropics remains 
quiet... RTW 
https://ralphstropicalweather.com/