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Tidal range - approx 12 inches (not classed as tidal).
Line-of-sight sailing in sheltered waters.
June to October - prevailing winds southeast 10 to 15 knots force 3-4.
November to May - prevailing winds northeast 15 to 20 knots force 4-5.
Occasional strong ‘Christmas’ winds.

Current weather conditions

 Charlotte Amalie, Cyril E. King International Airport, Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands, U.S..

Wind Speed
4.6 meters per second (10.4 miles per hour)
Wind Direction
southeast
(140°)
Temperature
32 °C (90 °F)
Dew-Point
26 °C (79 °F)
Wind Chill
41 °C (106 °F)
Pressure
1017 mb (30.04 inHg)
Humidity
70.7%
Cloud Cover
There were a few clouds at a height of 549 meter (1800 feet)
Visibility
16.1 kilometers (10.0 miles)
 

The report was made 17 minutes ago, at 14:53 UTC.


The best sailing is in the deep waters of the Inner Channel and Victoria Channel. Trade winds are usually fairly consistent out of an easterly direction. Tidal range is minimal, being about 18" at springs.

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