Saharan dust begins to clear as heat persists

Santo Domingo.- Starting this Wednesday, the Saharan dust mass affecting the Dominican Republic will begin to subside, resulting in clearer skies and reduced atmospheric haze, according to the Dominican Meteorological Institute (Indomet).

Despite the gradual decline in dust concentration, the country will continue to experience intense heat due to limited cloud cover and warm southeasterly winds. These conditions, combined with lingering dust particles, will contribute to gray or dull skies. However, as the day progresses, a slight increase in moisture from southeast winds may lead to light, isolated showers—especially in areas such as Monte Plata, Monseñor Nouel, San Juan, and Elías Piña.

Indomet also noted that a moderate level of Saharan dust remains in the atmosphere, which, along with a high-pressure system, will limit the formation of significant cloud cover and maintain mostly sunny conditions.

Additionally, meteorologists are monitoring a non-tropical low-pressure system expected to move toward the southeastern United States over the next week. It currently has a low, 10% chance of developing into a cyclone and poses no threat to the Dominican Republic due to its distance and projected path.