Wind Warnings, Watches and Advisories - National Weather Service
The National Weather Service issues a number of Watches, Warnings and other products to alert the public about high wind events. High Wind Warning: Take Action! Sustained, strong winds with even stronger gusts are happening.
Watch/Warning/Advisory Definitions - National Weather Service
High Wind Watch. A High Wind Watch is issued when the following conditions are possible: 1) sustained winds of 40 mph or higher for one hour or more . OR . 2) wind gusts of 58 mph or higher for any duration. High Wind Warning. A High Wind Warning is issued when the following conditions are expected:
Definitions, Thresholds, Criteria for Warnings, Watches and …
High Wind Warning: sustained winds 40 mph or greater, for better than 1 hour - and/or wind gusts 58 mph or greater, for any duration. High Wind Watch: Possibility that High Wind Warning Criteria may be met at longer ranges (24 to 48 hrs out).
High Wind Watch vs. Wind Advisory: What’s the difference?
Feb 28, 2024 · There are three wind categories when it comes to wind alerts from the National Weather Service. The first is a High Wind Watch, this means strong winds are possible and you should stay...
Strong winds expected in San Diego County mid-week - ABC …
Jan 6, 2025 · A high wind watch will be in effect from Tuesday evening to late Wednesday for county mountains and valleys, according to the National Weather Service. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays.
NWS Watch, Warning, Advisory Display - NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center
Click on the NWS Warnings and Advisories Map above for more details. Severe weather information from the Storm Prediction Center.
What is a High Wind Warning and Watch? - IowaWeather.com
Feb 27, 2022 · During strong thunderstorms, straight line wind speeds can exceed 100 mph. High winds can blow objects around and pose a significant threat to your safety. In this article, we break down the difference between a high wind warning and a high wind watch.
Batten down the hatches: What you should know about high wind warnings ...
Dec 7, 2021 · The safest place to be during high winds is indoors. If a high wind warning is issued, you should postpone any outdoor activities until the winds relax. If you are outside during high winds, watch for flying debris.
What is a High Wind Warning? Get Prepared Now
Dec 30, 2024 · When powerful winds and gusts are expected, the National Weather Service issues a High Wind Watch or High Wind Warning. This is issued when sustained winds over 40 mph are expected for an hour or more or gusts over 55mph of any duration are expected.
Weather and Fire Detection - SCE
A High Wind Watch is issued when the following conditions are possible: Sustained winds of 40 mph or higher for one hour or more, or; Wind gusts of 58 mph or higher for any duration