Storm Warning Issued for Nantucket Sound: Gusts Up to 60 Knots Expected Through Tuesday Morning
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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 Nantucket Sound, effective until 1:00 AM EST Tuesday, as dangerous winds and high seas threaten maritime safety.
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- Record type
- Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Nantucket Sound
- 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 Nantucket Sound.
Alert Details
A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Boston/Norton, MA. This alert is currently in effect and remains active until early Tuesday morning.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts Nantucket Sound (ANZ232).
What You Should Do
Mariners are advised to take immediate precautions. The NWS recommends that mariners remain in port, alter course to avoid the storm, and/or secure their vessels for severe conditions. The public is advised to avoid the area.
Expected Conditions
- Wind Speed: Northwest winds ranging from 35 to 45 knots, with powerful gusts reaching up to 60 knots.
- Seas: Wave heights are expected to reach between 6 and 11 feet.
- Visibility: Storm force winds and hazardous seas are expected to significantly reduce visibility.
- Impacts: These conditions are severe enough to capsize or damage vessels.
Timeline
The Storm Warning is effective as of 4:43 PM EST on Monday, February 23, and is scheduled to expire at 1:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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