Storm Warning Issued for Cape Cod Bay: Winds Up to 65 Knots and Heavy Seas Expected
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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 from Sunday night through early Tuesday morning, featuring dangerous winds and high seas.
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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
The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton MA has issued a Storm Warning for Cape Cod Bay. This alert indicates that severe maritime conditions are expected to impact the region, posing a significant threat to marine safety.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic area affected by this warning is Cape Cod Bay (ANZ231).
What You Should Do
Mariners are advised to take immediate precautions to protect life and property. The National Weather Service recommends that mariners remain in port, alter course to avoid the storm, and/or secure their vessels for severe conditions. The official response recommendation is to avoid the area.
Expected Conditions
The region is bracing for the following conditions:
- Winds: Northeast winds between 30 to 50 knots, with gusts reaching up to 65 knots.
- Seas: Significant wave heights between 10 and 15 feet.
- Impacts: Storm-force winds and hazardous seas are expected to capsize or damage vessels and will significantly reduce visibility.
Timeline
The Storm Warning is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM EST on Sunday, February 22, 2026. The warning is currently set to expire at 1:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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