Saharan dust to impact Jamaica

A wave of Saharan dust currently blankets the central Caribbean and is set to affect Jamaica as of Wednesday morning, ushering in hazy conditions for residents.

Satellite Observations and Forecast

According to Jamaica’s Meteorological Service, satellite imagery reveals a thin layer of dust originating from the eastern Caribbean.

Drifting westward, this dust mass, although lighter than previous occurrences, is poised to traverse the island starting Wednesday morning and lingering until midday Thursday. This phenomenon coincides with the approach of a tropical wave nearing Jamaica’s vicinity.

Regular weather phenomenon

This annual weather event, typical between May and October, sees these plumes typically dissipating within a week.