The winds are expected to strengthen Sunday afternoon and gust to nearly 40 mph each afternoon through Tuesday. Blowing onshore, they can push water toward the coast and slow drainage in bays and Intracoastal waterways, increasing the chance that storm downpours will worsen flooding around high tide.

Tides were already running high Sunday morning and are forecast to rise further Monday and Tuesday. Monday’s full moon will contribute to higher water levels, with the highest predicted tide expected Tuesday morning. High tides are forecast near 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Monday, then about 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. Tuesday.

Water levels are expected to ease with each high tide by the middle of the week as winds weaken and the full moon passes. However, storms could still cause brief flooding if they arrive during high tide.

Rough surf and hazardous seas are expected to continue through the week. A gale warning is in effect through Tuesday; gale-force winds are defined as sustained winds of 39 to 54 mph.

Residents are advised not to drive through floodwater and to avoid travel in flood-prone areas during high tides when possible. High-tide times shift roughly an hour later each day.