27/07/2026
Sweltering T&T: Dangerous heat grips nation, worse to come
Trinidad and Tobago endured another day of oppressive heat on Sunday, with dangerous "feels-like" temperatures climbing above 51°C in some areas, while forecasters warn that the sweltering conditions will persist into the new week.
According to the Trinidad and Tobago Weather Center (TTWC), maximum daytime temperatures across Trinidad generally ranged between 31°C and 34°C, although several urban communities and inland valleys experienced significantly hotter conditions. In Tobago, temperatures were slightly lower, ranging from 29°C to 34°C.
The hottest location recorded on Sunday was La Seiva Village, Maracas/St. Joseph, where the mercury reached 38.5°C. Other areas experiencing intense heat included Duncan Village at 37.2°C, La Puerta at 37.0°C, and Freeport (East) at 36.0°C.
Official climate stations recorded preliminary maximum temperatures of 33.4°C at Piarco and 30.4°C at Crown Point.
While the air temperatures were already high, humidity pushed conditions to even more dangerous levels. The Weather Center reported that maximum heat indices, or "feels-like" temperatures, peaked between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., with the highest reading reaching 51.4°C. The average heat index across reporting stations was 42.8°C, placing much of the country in the high to very high risk category for heat-related illnesses.
The TTWC said several urban locations recorded heat index values considered dangerous, increasing the risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, particularly for people spending prolonged periods outdoors.
Looking ahead, the Weather Center is forecasting another two days of intense heat, with Monday and Tuesday expected to bring continued hot temperatures and elevated heat indices as light winds and high moisture levels remain over Trinidad and Tobago.
A very high heat risk is forecast for parts of North-Central, North-West and West-Central Trinidad, where heat indices could range between 45°C and 50°C. Other parts of the country are expected to experience moderate to high heat risk.
Residents are being urged to stay hydrated, avoid strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, wear light clothing, and regularly check on elderly relatives, young children and outdoor workers who are especially vulnerable to heat-related illnesses.
Source: Trinidad and Tobago Weather Center (TTWC).— Story by I.A.N News
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