Antigua and Barbuda Faces Drought Concerns as Drier-Than-Normal Conditions Expected in OctoberAntigua and Barbuda’s Meteorological Service has warned of continued dry conditions across the country, with October rainfall projected to be below to near normal and a short-term drought warning in effect. The outlook gives a 40% probability of below-normal rainfall, a 35% chance of near normal, and just a 25% chance of above-normal totals. Maximum temperatures are more likely to be below or near normal, while minimums are likely to be near to above normal. The Meteorological Service anticipates short-term drought to persist through December, prompting a Drought Warning. This climate shift could influence regional weather patterns, potentially intensifying drought conditions if rainfall deficits continue.