A strong cold front is affecting the island.

According to a release from the Meteorological Service of Jamaica it is currently just west of the island, and is expected to move rapidly across the island over the next day or two.

"As a result, frequent showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected over mainly northern parishes. Strong winds reaching near 25 knots will affect the island with the passage of the Front along with a 3-4 degree Celsius fall in temperature today (Wednesday)," the release said.

In the meantime, a small craft warning is in effect for inshore and offshore areas of the north coast and offshore areas of the south coast, due to strong winds and rough seas.

The Meteorological Service will continue to monitor the progress of the system.