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FXZS60 NSTU 040117
AFDPPG

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Pago Pago  AS
217 PM SST Wed Jul 3 2024

.Short term...
Latest satellite data shows breezy and fair weather over the
territory as a high pressure system lingers in the area. The
highest sustained winds were seen this morning near 25 mph.
However, models have been consistent in the gradual decrease in
wind speeds through the end of the week as the aforementioned high
pressure moves eastward tonight. Hence, expect winds to diminish
to 10 to 20 mph for Independence Day, becoming even lower on
Friday. By Saturday, a gentle breeze is possible due to a trough
developing close by. We anticipate an uptick in showers and
variable winds up to 10 mph for this time.

Another high pressure system will develop behind the trough for
the new week. Expect a round of trade winds and passing showers
for the rest of the forecast period.

.Marine...
Latest observations at the Aunu`u PacIOOS buoy are around 9 to 12
feet. These heights are within high surf and small craft advisory
thresholds due to the winds. However, as winds start to decrease
on the 4th of July, expect waves to follow a subsiding trend by
the afternoon. Seas will continue to gradually diminish below
advisory thresholds Friday through Saturday. Thereafter, large
waves will return as trade winds pick up by Sunday.

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.PPG WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
High Surf Advisory
Small Craft Advisory

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