Headline:
Tropical Storm Watch issued August 21 at 9:44PM ChST by NWS Tiyan GU
Event:
Tropical Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 4:44am
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt with
gusts up to 35 kt and seas 8 to 12 feet expected. For the Tropical
Storm Watch, west winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts to 40 kt possible.
* WHERE...Tinian and Saipan Coastal Waters.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 5
PM ChST Sunday. For the Tropical Storm Watch through Saturday
night.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tropical Storm Saudel (17W) is making its
approach toward the Marianas, with a storm track across the far
northern Marianas. Seas will remain hazardous to small craft this
evening as winds increase to 25 kt and combined seas of 8 to 12
feet through Sunday afternoon. Tropical storm force winds of 34 to
63 kt are only possible if there is a significant westward shift in
the track of Tropical Storm Saudel tonight.
Instruction:
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels,
should avoid boating in hazardous conditions.
Area Description:
Tinian Coastal Waters; Saipan Coastal Waters
Forcast Office:
NWS Tiyan GU
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov