PUBLIC FORECAST FOR THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FOR THE NEXT THREE DAYS FROM MONDAY AUGUST 17TH 2026
GENERAL SITUATION: High pressure ridging and Saharan dust will continue to maintain dry, hazy conditions across the Turks and Caicos Islands today.
SPECIAL WARNINGS:
A Dust Advisory remains in effect for the Turks & Caicos Islands through this evening. Low to moderate levels of dust are expected today, which may impact air quality and hinder visibility at times. Residents, especially those with respiratory illnesses, should take precautions to safeguard their health.
Rip currents: There is a high risk of rip currents along eastern and southern shorelines and along Atlantic exposed beaches. Beachgoers and swimmers are strongly advised to refrain from entering the waters in those areas.
UV Index: The public is advised to wear protective clothing and sunscreen and seek shaded areas while outside during peak sunshine hours (11am – 4pm), as UV indices are expected to be in the very high to extreme range today.
ALL AREAS
WEATHER: Partly cloudy and a bit hazy through tonight.
WINDS: Northeast to east at 10 to 15 knots
SEAS: Slight to moderate with wave heights of 3 feet or less nearshore, building up to 4 feet offshore
DAYTIME HIGH TEMPERATURE 92°F 33°C
HEAT INDEX 104°F 39°C
OVERNIGHT LOW TEMPERATURE 82°F 28°C
SUNSET: 07:18 PM
NEXT HIGH TIDE: 12:50 PM (2.6 FT)
NEXT LOW TIDE: 07:16 PM (1.0 FT)
EXTENDED FORECAST: High pressure ridging and lingering Saharan dust will maintain generally stable conditions until late Thursday or early Friday, when an approaching tropical wave is expected to enhance shower activity across the islands.
TUESDAY: Partly cloudy, with a high near 91°F (32°C).
TUESDAY NIGHT: Mostly fair, with a low around 82°F (28°C).
WINDS: Northeast to east at 10 knots or less, falling light and variable at times
SEAS: Smooth to slight with wave heights of 3 feet or less
SUNRISE: 06:27 AM
SUNSET: 07:17 PM
HIGH TIDE: 01:01 AM (2.3 FT) 01:43 PM (2.6 FT)
LOW TIDE: 07:09 AM (0.7 FT) 08:17 PM (1.0 FT)
WEDNESDAY: Isolated showers possible. Partly cloudy, with a high near 91°F (32°C).
WEDNESDAY NIGHT: Mostly fair, with a low around 82°F (28°C).
WINDS: Easterly at 10 knots or less
SEAS: Smooth to slight with wave heights of 3 feet or less
SUNRISE: 06:28 AM
SUNSET: 07:16 PM
HIGH TIDE: 01:54 AM (2.0 FT) 02:39 PM (2.6 FT)
LOW TIDE: 07:57 AM (1.0 FT) 09:19 PM (1.0 FT)
TROPICAL WEATHER OUTLOOK: Tropical cyclone activity is not expected during the next 7 days.
FORECASTER: H. HAMILTON
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