The CariCOF Climate Outlooks for August to October are now available. These include:
- Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook
- Heat Outlook
- Temperature Outlook Maps
- Precipitation Outlook Maps
- Drought Outlook
- Wet Days & Wet Spells Outlook
- Dry Spells Outlook and
- The Caribbean Climate Outlook Newsletter
Summary for the upcoming 3-month period, August to October: “The peak of the wet/heat/hurricane season is forecast to bring a notable increase in wet days and wet spells, heatwaves and tropical cyclone activity in the Caribbean Islands and in Belize. This results in frequent disruptions of outdoor activities and rising water levels in soils, rivers and reservoirs. Importantly, the potential for flash floods, long-term flooding and cascading impacts will be high to extremely high. Heat stress will peak during this season, especially during heat waves, but will likely be less intense than in recent hot years (e.g., 2016, 2020). The Guianas enter the dry season, though extreme wet spells remain possible. Existing drought concerns in the region should subside by the end of August.”