Chief Meteorologist Patrick Rockey's First Warning Forecast
We are in the last week of what is historically our hottest period of the year. And there is actually some relief on the way! Eventually.
Before we get to that relief, there will be plenty of heat and humidity. Our normal high temperature this time of the year is 90°. It looks like we will be a few degrees warmer than that most days until we get to the weekend.
And with all that heat and humidity in the atmosphere, pop-up showers and thunderstorms are possible just about every day.
Our storm chances on Tuesday are fairly low; about 25%. But any storms that do pop up could be severe.
The entire region is under a level one severe storm threat.
I think there is a better chance for more widespread strong-to-severe storms on Wednesday. I’m forecasting a 60% chance for showers and thunderstorms for mid week.
The biggest concern will be the threat for localized flooding because of slow moving, drenching thunderstorms.
Speaking of slow moving, a creeping cold front will flirt with the area on Thursday and Friday and could help spawn a few more storms.
Once it moves through this weekend, you will notice a big drop in temperatures and humidity levels.
We are expecting high temperatures on Saturday and Sunday only in the mid-80s. Stay tuned.
