BY JOHN HOUANIHAU
Cloudy skies with showers are still affecting most parts of the Solomon Islands as the country remains under rainy season conditions.
According to observations from Solomon Islands Meteorological Service (SIMS) weather forecasting office, Saturday’s weather satellite imagery, a trough is located south of the country and continues to influence weather, bringing widespread cloud cover and rain across most provinces.
SIMS in its official Facebook page said showers are expected to be scattered, with isolated rain falls possible at times, particularly during the afternoon and evening.
The statement said that winds across most coastal and open waters are forecasted to be westerly at around 5 to 15 knots, producing slight seas.
SIMS said at this stage, there are no weather warnings and continues to remind the public that the country is currently in its rainy and cyclone season, which runs from November through April.
During this period, SIMS said weather systems can develop or intensify quickly, bringing sudden heavy rain, strong winds, or rough seas.
Therefore, residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas are encouraged to remain alert, monitor local weather updates, and take basic precautions.
SIMS also advises that mariners and inter-island travellers check forecasts regularly before departure.
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service will continue to closely monitor the situation and provide updates as conditions evolve.
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