# Tropical wave activity in Barbados

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tropical-wave-activity-in-barbados
> Updated: 2026-08-13T16:45:47.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Meteorological services in Barbados have issued a flash-flood watch, a high-surf warning, and a small-craft warning due to an approaching strong tropical wave. The system is forecasted to impact the island from the night of Friday, August 14, through Saturday, August 15, 2026.

Expected weather conditions include gusty winds, thunderstorms, and heavy rainfall, with potential accumulations of 25 to 50 millimetres in certain areas. Authorities have warned of potential flooding in low-lying regions, soil erosion, and water accumulation on roads. While the primary wave is expected to pass north of the island, a second tropical wave in the Eastern Atlantic is also being monitored.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-13: Barbados issues flood and high-surf warnings for tropical wave

Barbados has issued flash-flood and high-surf warnings as a strong tropical wave is forecast to bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds to the island starting Friday night.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/barbados-issues-flood-and-high-surf-warnings-for-tropical-wave

### 2026-07-26: Antigua and Barbuda experience heavy rain and lightning as tropical wave moves through

A tropical wave brought heavy rain, lightning and thunderstorms to Antigua and Barbuda on Sunday, prompting safety warnings to stay indoors and avoid open areas.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/antigua-and-barbuda-experience-heavy-rain-and-lightning-as-tropical-wave-moves-through

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