Scarborough, Tobago – As residents prepared for the bustling Christmas 2023 weekend, the weather forecast indicated a mix of conditions. According to Carolyn De Coteau, Supervisor of the Meteorological Service Division in Tobago, those undertaking cleaning and painting for the holidays needed to keep an eye on the skies, as the weather was predicted to be a blend of rain and sunshine.
There was also a possibility of a period of intense rainfall, similar to what Charlotteville experienced on a recent Tuesday, which led to flash flooding, landslides, and damaged homes. For anyone hoping to spend Christmas Day or the following days at the beach, De Coteau advised against it, warning that the seas were expected to be rough.
However, there was a silver lining: the seas were forecasted to calm down just in time for the New Year’s weekend, offering a potential alternative for beach plans. Looking ahead to 2024, De Coteau confirmed that the Met Office was predicting another record-breaking hot year, implying that periods of rainfall would also be more intense. The Met Office remained committed to providing timely updates and encouraged citizens to follow their social media pages and website for detailed weather forecasts.
