The trough is moving away slowly to the east, now positioning itself over Puerto Rico, according to the latest bulletin from the Dominican Institute of Meteorology (Indomet). Despite this movement, conditions for scattered downpours, thunderstorms, and wind gusts persist this Sunday afternoon and evening, especially in the southeast, southwest, and the Central Cordillera.
Morning conditions and daily evolution
In the morning, the sky remains mostly clear across much of the national territory. Only isolated showers are recorded in the northeast and the Cibao valley. Daytime heating, combined with residual moisture, generates cloud increases that lead to downpours toward midday and afternoon in provinces such as Hato Mayor, Monte Plata, San Cristóbal, San José de Ocoa, Peravia, Azua, San Juan, Elías Piña, Dajabón, San Pedro de Macorís, and Greater Santo Domingo. These precipitations will extend into the night, with possible isolated showers in the early morning in the southwest.
Provinces on alert due to trough moving away and floods
List of affected areas
- On alert (risk of floods and overflows): La Romana, El Seibo, San Cristóbal, Santiago Rodríguez, Sánchez Ramírez, Monseñor Nouel, and Santiago.
- Under warning: Greater Santo Domingo, San Pedro de Macorís, San Juan, Hato Mayor, San José de Ocoa, Monte Plata, and La Vega.
In the National District and surrounding areas such as Santo Domingo North, East, and West, Indomet details cloud increases with scattered downpours and thunderstorms until early night. Temperatures will range between minimums of 20-22°C and maximums of 29-31°C, with slightly warm sensations.
Historical context and recommendations
Similar events of the trough moving away have caused floods in the past, such as in 2024 when similar systems affected the Cibao and southeast, registering overflows in local rivers. Indomet experts recommend caution for drivers on wet roads and to avoid low-lying areas. Although the trough is moving away, instability persists due to easterly winds and high humidity. This pattern follows the extended weekend forecast, with moderate rains expected until Monday.
The trough is moving away, but its effects in the form of downpours and thunderstorms keep several regions under surveillance. Indomet urges the population to stay attentive to official updates to mitigate risks.