Storm Warning Issued for Cape Cod Bay: Winds Up to 60 Knots and High Seas Expected
This alert is no longer in effect.
NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a Storm Warning for Cape Cod Bay, effective until early Tuesday morning, featuring dangerous winds and seas up to 16 feet.
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- Record type
- Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Cape Cod Bay
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Boston/Norton MA
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Cape Cod Bay.
Alert Details
A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Boston/Norton MA. This alert is effective immediately and remains in place through the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic region affected by this warning is Cape Cod Bay (ANZ231).
What You Should Do
Mariners are advised to remain in port, alter course, and/or secure their vessels for severe conditions. The NWS recommends that individuals avoid the area as storm-force winds and hazardous seas can capsize or damage vessels and significantly reduce visibility.
Expected Conditions
Residents and mariners in the area should prepare for the following conditions:
- Winds: Northwest winds between 40 to 50 knots, with gusts reaching up to 60 knots.
- Seas: Wave heights ranging from 11 to 16 feet.
- Visibility: Reduced visibility due to severe marine conditions.
Timeline
The warning was issued at 4:43 PM EST on Monday, February 23. It is currently in effect and is expected to expire at 1:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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