Tropical Storm Marie's structure has shown little change over the last several hours. Satellite imagery indicates convection is flaring up in the western and southern parts of the storm, while drier air is present in the northern half. Intensity estimates vary, with a subjective estimate of 55 kt from TAFB and objective estimates ranging from 45-53 kt from CIMSS.

The initial intensity estimate is 55 kt, and the storm's motion is currently west-northwestward at 6 kt.

Further details on Tropical Storm Marie's forecast are available from the National Hurricane Center.