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Cayman off to a rainy start to 2026

Back to back cold fronts in 2026 have brought cooler temperatures and rain to the Cayman Islands

Recent rainfall brings increased mosquito menace

There has been a surge in mosquito numbers across Grand Cayman and the Mosquito Research and Control Unit is increasing its response.

Cayman sees a shift to a wetter weather pattern

After months of less than average rainfall, there has been a noticeable shift towards more typical rainy season conditions in Grand Cayman.
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Hectic hurricane season makes Grand Cayman the wettest since 2005

Grand Cayman had the wettest wet season in 19 years, according to the Cayman Islands National Weather Service.  
A car makes its way slowly through a flooded road. - Photo: Taneos Ramsay

Communities assess damage in wake of wet and windy storm

Cayman's brush with what has now become Tropical Storm Helene left many communities under water on Tuesday, prompting emergency medical evacuations and increased flood-mitigation efforts.

Cayman prepares for potential flooding

With the threat of severe weather and potential tropical cyclone 9 on Monday, Cayman residents and government agencies kicked into preparation mode ahead of anticipated heavy rainfall.

After scorching June, 2024 temperatures head for record levels

Climate experts have suggested that 2024 temperatures are on track to rank this year as the warmest on record as global temperatures maintain its rise and heated oceans continue.

Government warns of increased flooding risk

Government urged the public to exercise caution in low-lying areas as rainy conditions are expected to continue, increasing the possibility of further flooding.

Floods hit home as Grand Cayman showered with heavy rainfall

Communities on Grand Cayman were hit with severe flooding on Monday, prompting Cayman Islands Regiment reservists to be called in to escort children home from school.

Regiment assists with school drop-offs in flood-hit areas

The Cayman Islands Regiment has been enlisted to assist the Education Ministry to get children living in flood prone areas home safely when schools close on Monday afternoon.
Flooding on Canberra Street, Bodden Town on Saturday. - Photo: Supplied

Rainy weather to ease after weekend flight disruptions

Local forecasters says while inclement conditions will continue Monday morning there will be a reduced chance of flooding as scattered showers continue throughout the day.

Weather Service: Rains, flooding to continue

Several areas in Grand Cayman were under flood waters on Saturday afternoon as torrential downpours enveloped the island.

Heavy rains to continue till Friday

Rainfall experienced in Grand Cayman Wednesday morning is expected to continue until at least Friday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

Wet weather casts a cloud ahead of long weekend

Cayman is set for a rainy week ahead, marked by thunderstorms and showery activity, threatening to dampen the upcoming Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
Some areas of George Town, including Finch Street (pictured) and West Bay were hit with flooding after Saturday's heavy downpour

Heavy rains bring flood waters

National Roads Authority crews were on Sunday working on clearing flood waters in an area of Windsor Park after heavy torrential downpours on Saturday left some areas of George Town under water.

Cayman under drought warning

Cayman has been experiencing hotter, drier weather than usual, leading to the issuing of a long-term drought warning and those conditions will likely continue over the coming months.

Rainfall deficit persists, despite recent showers

A week of sporadic heavy showers brought 3.74 inches of rainfall across Grand Cayman and some parts of the Sister Islands.

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