Storm Warning Issued for Narragansett Bay: Wind Gusts Up to 50 Knots 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This alert is no longer in effect.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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A Storm Warning is in effect for Narragansett Bay from Sunday night through early Tuesday morning. Mariners are advised of winds up to 40 knots and gusts reaching 50 knots.
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- Record type
- Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Narragansett 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 Narragansett Bay.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton, MA has issued a Storm Warning for Narragansett Bay. This alert indicates that storm-force winds and hazardous marine conditions are imminent or occurring in the specified area.
Affected Areas
The warning is specifically in effect for the following geographic region:
- Narragansett Bay
What You Should Do
Mariners and vessel owners should take immediate action to ensure safety. The National Weather Service recommends that mariners remain in port, alter course to avoid the most severe conditions, and/or secure their vessels. These conditions are capable of capsizing or damaging vessels and will significantly reduce visibility on the water.
Expected Conditions
According to the latest reports, the following conditions are anticipated:
- Wind Speed: North winds ranging from 30 to 40 knots.
- Wind Gusts: Peak gusts reaching up to 50 knots.
- Wave Heights: Waves are expected to be around 3 feet.
Timeline
The Storm Warning is effective during the following window:
- Onset: 10:00 PM EST on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
- Expiration: 1:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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