🟡 Moderate

Gale Warning

Coastal Waters from Montauk NY to Marthas Vineyard extending out to 20 nm South of Block Island

Gale Warning issued December 18 at 12:27AM EST until December 20 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Boston/Norton MA

Alert Description

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 15 feet expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Montauk NY to Marthas Vineyard extending out to 20 nm South of Block Island. * WHEN...From 3 AM Friday to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety Instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.

Time Information

Effective

Dec 19, 2025, 8:00 AM

Expires

Dec 18, 2025, 9:00 PM

Issued

Dec 18, 2025, 5:27 AM

Alert Details

Severity

Moderate

Urgency

Expected

Certainty

Likely

Issued By

NWS Boston/Norton MA

National Weather Service