Thursday, December 27, 2007

Warmer for Friday

Despite some cloud cover, temperatures will continue to turn warmer for Friday and into the weekend. Some fog will likely be around during the late night and morning hours both Friday and Saturday. Otherwise, expect temperatures to reach close to 70 Friday and into the low 70s Saturday. There may be enough moisture to spark isolated showers Saturday. Right now, it looks like the best chance for some scattered showers will be Sunday. Highs Sunday are likely to be a little lower, in the mid to upper 60s.

After a mild New Year's Eve Monday, the coldest surge of air this season so far will move in on New Year's Day along with gusty northwest winds. It will be quite cold Tuesday night through Wednesday night; currently it looks like highs will struggle to get into the 40s Wednesday with lows well down into the 20s both Tuesday night and Wednesday night. Lows in the teens may occur in some areas away from the coast.

Wednesday, December 26, 2007

Turning Milder to Finish the Week

Cloud cover stuck around to keep it chilly on Wednesday. Expect a combination of warmer air and some sun on Thursday to bring our temperatures up a good bit. It looks like we should reach the mid 60s during the afternoon.

A series of disturbances will approach the area through Saturday and die out to our west, with some cloud cover affecting the area both Friday and Saturday. Despite some clouds, it looks like the air mass will be mild enough to support highs near 70. There is just a slight chance of showers for the beginning of the weekend, with a better looking chance on Sunday.

Tuesday, December 25, 2007

Drying Up on Wednesday

Low pressure causing the rain Christmas Night will push northeast away from the Coastal Empire and Low Country. Clouds will linger into Wednesday, giving way to sunshine from southwest to northeast. Highs Wednesday will average near 60. Wednesday night will be fair with lows around or just under 40. Thursday will offer a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the mid 60s.

A warming trend will continue on Friday and a series of disturbances will mostly pass by to our northwest over the weekend. Some clouds will move through the area, with only slight chances of showers. Most of the time it will be either a mix of clouds and sun or mostly cloudy with highs in the low 70s Friday and Saturday.

Monday, December 24, 2007

Some Rain on Christmas Day

Low pressure will develop to our east Tuesday and intensify as it moves northeast Tuesday night. Some rain is likely to develop in our area Tuesday afternoon and continue during the evening. The rain should move north of our area around midnight. The low will be moving away from us as it gets stronger, so the heavier rains associated with this system should occur further up the coast in South and North Carolina.

Temperatures should reach the mid to upper 50s Tuesday before the rain begins. Lows Tuesday night will be in the low 40s. Some sun should return Wednesday, with highs reaching near 60. A warming trend appears in store for Thursday and Friday.

Merry Christmas everyone!

Sunday, December 23, 2007

Seasonably Cool for Christmas Eve

A cold front came through the area late Sunday. Temperatures will be a little cooler Monday with sunshine and some high clouds. Expect highs in the low 60s. Some clouds will increase Monday night with lows near 40. Christmas Day, low pressure will develop offshore, causing clouds and cool temperatures. If the low develops close enough to us, some rain could occur during the afternoon. Highs look like they will be 55-60.

Wednesday through Friday should feature a mix of clouds and sun with highs in the low to mid 60s.

Friday, December 21, 2007

Savannah Gets Record Rainfall

The Savannah airport recorded 7.12" of rain from midnight until mid-morning Friday, MORE THAN DOUBLE the record of any day in December since records have been kept there in the mid 1900s. That is incredible!

Anyway, now that the rain is gone, expect cool northeast breezes on Saturday along with more clouds than sun. Highs should be in the low 60s. Saturday night temperatures will drop to the low 50s. It will be variably cloudy and milder Sunday with highs near 70. There is just a slight chance of a shower Sunday as a weak system approaches.

Right now, Christmas Eve Monday looks to be a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the mid 60s. Christmas Day appears mostly cloudy with highs in the low 60s.

Thursday, December 20, 2007

Soaking Rains Move Through

Rain spreading across the area may be heavy at times heading into Friday morning. Rain will taper off from west to east as the morning wears on. Skies will remain mostly cloudy across the area during the afternoon.

Highs Friday will be near 60, not that much above the morning lows. Friday night lows will drop to the upper 40s. Some clouds will be around Saturday and Sunday, but there should also be some sun. It will turn milder, with highs reaching the mid 60s Saturday and near 70 Sunday. There is a slight chance of a shower Sunday.

Wednesday, December 19, 2007

Rain on the Way Thursday Night

Clouds will thicken up Thursday as an area of low pressure moves east from Texas. The low will move at or just south of us Thursday night into Friday morning, spreading a good soaking rain across the area. Rain could be briefly heavy at times late Thursday night. Rain should come to an end sometime Friday morning, with perhaps a little sun peeking through the clouds Friday afternoon.

Highs Thursday should reach the low to mid 60s, with overnight lows dropping to near 50. Friday's highs will be near 60.

Seasonal Temperatures

For today, there will be a mix of sun and clouds with highs near 62. For tonight, we’ll have patchy clouds with lows in the lower 40’s. On Thursday a low-pressure system will be slowly moving our way. The models show that the best chance of rain will come after 7 p.m. Thursday evening. The rain will be scattered into Friday morning, then clearing up in the afternoon. The high temperatures for Thursday and Friday will be near 60.

Tuesday, December 18, 2007

Not as Cold

Temperatures will not be as cold the next couple days, but don't expect any big warmups like last week anytime soon.

Expect a good amount of sun for Wednesday with highs in the low 60s. Skies will be partly cloudy Wednesday night with lows in the low 40s. Clouds will thicken on Thursday with highs near 60. A system will spread some showers through the area Thursday night, with lingering clouds possibly giving way to a little sun Friday. Highs Friday may just reach near 60.

A Cold Start!

We are starting this morning with temperatures in the mid/upper 20’s. There will be sunny skies in the morning then increasing clouds through the afternoon. The high will be cool, near 56. For tonight, there will be mostly cloudy skies with lows in the mid 30’s. Wednesday we’ll have a mix of sun and clouds with highs near 62. The next chance of rain will be late Thursday into Friday.

Monday, December 17, 2007

A Cold Monday Night

Temperatures will be in the mid to upper 20s across the area at daybreak Tuesday, a pretty sharp contrast to the "shorts weather" we enjoyed last week. This will be the coldest morning of the week, as the air mass will moderate some.

Expect sunshine to give way to some clouds increasing from the ocean Tuesday afternoon. Highs will be in the upper 50s. A light onshore breeze will likely keep some clouds in the area Tuesday night, allowing temperatures to remain well above freezing. Wednesday will offer a mix of sun and clouds, with highs reaching the low 60s.

A system will push through on Thursday, bringing a chance of showers with highs in the mid 60s. It may be slightly cooler on Friday.

A Chilly Day

For today, there will be sunny skies and chilly temperatures. The high for today will be in the mid 50’s. For tonight, we’ll have clear skies with cold temperatures. The lows will drop down into the mid/upper 20’s. Tuesday, there will be some clouds in the afternoon. The high will be in the upper 50’s.

Friday, December 14, 2007

Changes on the Way

A storm system in the Southern Plains will move northeast tonight and Saturday. Temperatures will remain above average ahead of the system Saturday, then turn much cooler on Sunday.

Clouds will be on the increase Saturday with a chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs will be in the low 70s. The best chance for wet weather will be Saturday night, when some heavy rain will be possible. Some areas may hear thunder and experience gusty winds.

Skies will clear on Sunday and it will be windy and much cooler. Temperatures may reach near 60 before crashing late in the day. Most areas will wake up near freezing Monday morning.

Thursday, December 13, 2007

A Mild Finish to the Week

Temperatures will continue to run well above average Friday, with highs reaching the mid to upper 70s under a mix of sun and clouds.

A storm system will move quickly out of the Southern Plains Saturday and head up west of the mountains Saturday night. A trailing cold front will likely bring some showers and perhaps a thunderstorm through the area, then it will clear out and turn much cooler for Sunday.

Highs Saturday ahead of the system should reach the low 70s. Temperatures on Sunday will not rise much from morning lows in the low 50s, likely topping out in the upper 50s, which will feel colder due to gusty northwest winds.

Wednesday, December 12, 2007

Still Warm, But Changes Ahead

Thursday will be another unseasonably warm day across the area, with highs reaching near 80 under partly cloudy skies. Many areas will start the day with some fog.

Expect more clouds on Friday as a weak front settles into the area. Highs should still reach the low to mid 70s.

The front will lift back north on Saturday as a disturbance rides into the area from the west. Low pressure will pass by to our north, allowing mild contitions to continue, along with a chance for showers and an isolated thunderstorm late Saturday. A trailing cold front from the low pressure will then come through Saturday night, ushering in much cooler air for Sunday.

Another Warm Day

For today, there will be morning fog then mostly sunny and warm. The high will be near 80 for most areas, except upper 60’s for the beaches. For tonight, we’ll have more dense fog late. The low will drop down to near 54. The warm weather will come to an end by the end of the weekend. A strong cold front will pass through on Saturday giving the area a chance for showers. The front will bring cold temperatures. The high for Sunday will be near 60.

Tuesday, December 11, 2007

Warm Weather Continues

Temperatures will remain well above normal until cooler air arrives over the weekend.

Highs will be near 80 Wednesday and Thursday with plenty of sunshine. Each day will begin with fog, which could be rather dense in some spots.

A cold front will barely make it through the area Friday, resulting in some clouds and slightly lower temperatures. Expect highs in the low to mid 70s. A weather system will move out of the Gulf of Mexico Saturday bringing a chance of wet weather to the area by the end of the day. Then much cooler air will move in along with clearing skies on Sunday.

On a different note, an out-of-season tropical storm (Olga) is producing torrential rains in Puerto Rico and Hispaniola. This system is expected to continue moving west and dissipate later in the week.

Monday, December 10, 2007

Unseasonably Warm Weather

Temperatures will continue to run well above average through a good part of the week, while fog will be a nuisance at night and in the morning.

Tuesday, expect dense fog to gradually give way to sunshine. Once the fog lifts, temperatures will reach near 80 except cooler on the beaches. Fog will re-develop Tuesday night and likely become dense once again. Wednesday will be another day of fog burning off to sunshine and temperatures rising to near 80.

After another warm day Thursday, a cold front will settle into the area Friday. This will cause clouds and somewhat cooler temperatures. Low pressure developing nearby Saturday could bring some rain to the area and temperatures should feel more like December.

Friday, December 7, 2007

A Dry and Warm Weekend

We will start out Saturday morning with areas of fog then a mix of sun and clouds. The high will be in the mid 70’s. For Saturday night, there will be mostly clear skies with lows near 54. For Sunday, the warm weather will continue. There will be a mix of sun and clouds with highs 76-78. The dry and warm weather will continue into the first part of next week. Have a good weekend!

Thursday, December 6, 2007

A Warm Up Coming

For today, there will be a mix of sun and clouds with warmer temperatures. The high will be 68-70. For tonight, we’ll have patchy clouds with a low of 48. Saturday there will be even warmer temperatures with a mix of sun and clouds the high will be near 76. The warm weather will continue for Sunday with highs in the upper 70’s.

Wednesday, December 5, 2007

Cooler on Thursday

A dry cold front crossing the areas Wednesday evening will usher in a brief shot of cooler air for Thursday. Then we'll see a nice warming trend for Friday and the weekend.

Skies will be sunny Thursday with highs near 60, a cool day but less breezy than Wednesday. Thursday night lows will drop to the mid 30s, then we'll warm up to the upper 60s Friday under plenty of sun. Lots of sun will continue Saturday and Sunday with highs reaching the low to mid 70s.

Tuesday, December 4, 2007

Dry Weather for a While

A front will approach the area Wednesday and stir up breezes out of the west. Temperatures will turn milder with the west winds, reaching the upper 60s under partly cloudy skies. Temps will drop to near 40 Wednesday night behind the front. Thursday will be sunny and cooler, but there will be less wind. Expect highs Thursday in the low 60s.

A nice warming trend is in store for Friday through Sunday and into next week that may make you wonder if it really is December.

A Cool Day

For today, there will be morning clouds then sunny skies. The afternoon high will be in the lower 60’s. For tonight we’ll have another cold night with temperatures dropping down into the mid 30’s. Wednesday there will be a cold front moving through late, but no rain with the front. The temperatures on Wednesday will be in the upper 60’s. The dry weather will continue for Thursday into the weekend.

Monday, December 3, 2007

Cooler for Tuesday

We'll wake up Tuesday morning to temperatures in the mid to upper 30s with a cooler air mass in place. Plenty of sun will warm us into the low 60s for the afternoon. It will be much less windy than Monday afternoon.

Breezes will pick up on Wednesday ahead of the next cold front, which will come through us dry Wednesday evening. Highs Wednesday under partly cloudy skies will reach the upper 60s. Then temperatures will be slightly lower Thursday, with highs in the mid 60s under plenty of sun.

Cooler Air Coming

For today, there will be morning clouds and a shower. By the afternoon there will be clearing skies. The high will be near 70. For tonight we’ll have clear skies and much cooler temperatures. The low will drop down into the mid 30’s. For Tuesday, there will be a lot of sun with highs in the lower 60’s.

Friday, November 30, 2007

Pleasant This Weekend

Temperatures will climb above average this weekend, then will cool down early next week.

Saturday will be partly cloudy with highs in the upper 60s. We'll drop down to the upper 40s Saturday night, then Sunday will offer a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the low to mid 70s.

There may be a weak line of showers pass through early Monday ahead of a cold front, otherwise the forecast looks dry for the next several days.

Thursday, November 29, 2007

Clouds Will Give Way to Sun

Friday will start off foggy or cloudy across much of the area, with sunshine gradually making an appearance. It may be until sometime in the afternoon in some spots that the sun will appear. Highs will be in the mid 60s. Friday night lows will be in the mid to upper 40s. Saturday should offer a fair amount of sun and highs in the upper 60s.

It will turn a little warmer Sunday, with highs approaching the mid 70s under a mix of sun and clouds. A cold front will pass through early Monday, possibly causing some brief rain. Then it will turn colder later Monday into Tuesday.

Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Some Clouds Increase

Northeast breezes have caused moisture to increase enough so that low clouds have come in across the area. It looks like these clouds will linger into Thursday, holding down our temperatures some during the day. There may even be some sprinkles, but no significant rain is expected.

Highs Thursday will be mainly in the mid 60s due to the cloud cover. A weak front passing through should provide partial clearing Thursday night, with lows in the upper 40s. Expect sunshine on Friday and highs in the upper 60s.

The weekend should offer a fair amount of sunshine with some clouds increasing later Sunday. Highs Saturday will be in the upper 60s, then warming to the mid 70s Sunday.

Another Nice Day

For today, there will be mainly sunny skies with some clouds along the coast in the afternoon. The high will be in the mid 60’s. For tonight, we’ll have mostly cloudy skies with a slight chance for a coastal shower. The low will be near 52. A weak cold front will pass through the area on Thursday. There will be a mix of sun and clouds on Thursday. The high will be in the upper 60’s. The beautiful fall weather will continue for Friday into the weekend.

Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Sunshine and Seasonable

Little change in the weather can be expected over the next several days. Temperatures will be close to average for the end of November.

Expect plenty of sun Wednesday with highs in the upper 60s. Lows Wednesday night will drop to the upper 40s. Thursday will offer sunshine and some clouds with highs close to 70.

Sunshine Returns

We will start out this morning with a lot of low clouds then a mix of sun and clouds by the afternoon. The high will be 66-68. For tonight we’ll have clear skies with cooler temperatures. The low will drop down to near 44. The dry weather will continue for the rest of the week. I don’t see any chances of rain for Wednesday through the weekend. There will be a lot of sunshine for Wednesday into Sunday with afternoon highs 68-72. Have a good day!

Monday, November 26, 2007

Front Moving Through

A few showers and even an isolated thunderstorm occurred late Monday ahead of a cold front. It will turn a little cooler Tuesday behind this front, with fair conditions expected for the rest of the workweek.

Highs Tuesday will reach the upper 60s under plenty of sun. Then we'll fall to the mid 40s Tuesday night, followed by highs on Wednesday again reaching the upper 60s under mostly sunny skies. Highs will fluctuate between the upper 60s and low 70s Thursday and Friday.

Friday, November 23, 2007

A Cloudy Weekend

We will start out this morning with some sun then becoming mostly cloudy. The temperatures will be cool, near 58. For Sunday, we’ll have cloudy skies with a good chance for showers. The high will be in the mid 60’s. We will continue to have a chance for showers on Monday, but the temperatures will be much warmer. The high on Monday will be in the upper 70’s. Have a good weekend!

Wednesday, November 21, 2007

Few Showers on Thanksgiving

A cold front will push through the area Thanksgiving Day. Some showers will affect the area ahead of the front, then much cooler air will move in later Thursday night and Friday.

Highs will be in the mid 70s for Thanksgiving, followed by a low Thursday night near 50. Friday will feature a mix of clouds and sun with a high near 60. A system will develop in the Gulf of Mexico this weekend, spreading plenty of clouds back into the area Saturday. Rain is likely Saturday night into Sunday.

Another Warm Day

For this Wednesday travel day, we will see highs in the upper 70’s, which is well above our seasonal averages. If you are doing any traveling, you might run into a few showers as you head west of the area. North of the area until Washington D.C., you will see chances of rain and snow showers. For Thursday Thanksgiving festivities, we will see a high around 76 and a slight chance of rain. After Thursday, we will see temperatures drop down into the lower 60’s for highs and lowers in the mid to upper 40’s with a chance of rain for Saturday night into Sunday.

Tuesday, November 20, 2007

Warm Heading into Thanksgiving

Wednesday will be another warm day, then a cold front will move through on Thanksgiving, bringing chilly air back into the area on Friday.

Expect a mix of sun and clouds Wednesday with a high in the upper 70s. Skies will be partly to mostly cloudy Wednesday night, with lows near 60. Skies will be mostly cloudy Thanksgiving Day, and a few showers will move through along with a cold front. It will still be mild with highs in the low to mid 70s. Then it will turn cooler for Friday with highs just reaching the low to mid 60s under partly cloudy skies.

Clouds will move back in for much of the weekend as a storm system develops in the Gulf of Mexico. Rain is likely by Saturday night.

A Warm Fall Day

For today, there will be sunny skies with highs near 78. For tonight, we’ll have mostly clear skies with patchy for developing late. The low will drop down to near 52. The warm weather will continue for Wednesday. There will be a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 78. A front will approach the area on Thanksgiving. The cold front will bring clouds as well as a chance for showers on Thursday. The high for Thanksgiving will be in the mid 70’s. After the cold front passes through the area, there will be much cooler temperatures for the shoppers on Friday. On Friday, there will be a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 64.

Monday, November 19, 2007

Milder Through Midweek

Temperatures are turning warmer and this trend will continue through Wednesday. A cold front will move through on Thanksgiving Day, followed by a return to chilly air on Friday.

Expect plenty of sun Tuesday with highs reaching the upper 70s. We'll drop down to the low 50s Tuesday night with areas of fog likely. Some clouds will mix with the sun on Wednesday with highs again reaching the upper 70s. Expect a few showers with the cold front Thanksgiving Day, with highs in the low to mid 70s. Sunshine and highs in the low to mid 60s can be expected for Friday.

Friday, November 16, 2007

Turning Milder This Weekend

Temperatures will turn warmer this weekend after a cold Friday night.

Temperatures overnight will drop into the upper 20s inland and the low 30s along the coast. Frost is likely everywhere except the immediate beaches. Plenty of sun will shine on Saturday with temperatures warming to the upper 60s during the afternoon. Saturday night lows will be in the low 40s, then Sunday we should reach the low 70s under a mix of sun and clouds. It looks dry and seasonable the first couple days of the new week.

A Nice Weekend

For today, there will be sunny blue skies with breezy conditions. The high will be near 60. Freeze warning is in effect for tonight. Areas away from the beaches will see temperatures drop below the freezing mark. For tonight, we’ll have clear skies and cold temperatures. The low will be 28-32 inland, and the beaches will be in the upper 30’s. Saturday will be sunny with highs in the upper 60’s. Sunday there will be a mix of sun and clouds in the afternoon with a high of 72. Have a good weekend!

Thursday, November 15, 2007

A Chilly Friday

Colder air continues to push into the area overnight and we'll wake up with temperatures in the upper 30s. We'll see plenty of sun Friday, but highs will only reach near 60. With clear skies and light wind Friday night, temperatures will drop to the freezing mark most places away from the beaches.

The weekend will feature plenty of sunshine with a few clouds mixing in on Sunday. Temperatures will turn milder, reaching the upper 60s Saturday and the low 70s Sunday. Saturday night lows will be in the low 40s.

Much Cooler Weather

For today, a cold front will pass through the area this morning. Temperatures will make it up to 66-68 around noon, then drop into the lower 60’s by the late afternoon. There will be a lot of clouds in the morning with a slight chance for a shower. For tonight, we’ll have clear skies with breezy conditions. The low will be in the mid 30’s. Friday will be much cooler with highs near 60 and lots of sun. The weekend will be nice with sunny skies and highs 68-72.

Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Cold Front Arrives Thursday

Temperatures have warmed up nicely, but that is about to change as colder air is poised to move into the area.

A cold front will approach southeast Georgia tonight, increasing our clouds. Some rain and isolated thunder will occur in north Georgia during the evening, but weaken as it travels to the east overnight and Thursday morning. It looks like our area will just see some brief light showers in the morning as the front arrives. Behind the front, skies will clear Thursday afternoon and it will turn windy and cooler. Temperatures reaching the upper 60s are likely to fall some in the afternoon.

It will be much colder Thursday night with lows reaching the upper 30s. Expect full sun on Friday and highs struggling to reach the low 60s. A light freeze and frost is likely Friday night with lows in the low 30s. The weekend will feature sunshine and some clouds with highs ranging from the upper 60s Saturday to the low 70s Sunday.

Changes on the Way

For today, there will be a lot of sun in the morning then a mix of sun and clouds in the afternoon. The high will be in the upper 70’s. For tonight, the low will be in the upper 50’s with areas of clouds. A cold front will pass through on Thursday. The front will allow the temperatures on Thursday to hold steady or fall in the afternoon. Much cooler air will filter into the area Thursday night. On Friday, there will be sunny skies with cool and breezy conditions. The high on Friday will be in the lower 60’s.

Tuesday, November 13, 2007

Warmer for Wednesday

Southwest breezes will develop on Wednesday ahead of a cold front that will push through on Thursday. Temperatures will reach the upper 70s Wednesday under a mix of sun and clouds. Lows will drop to the upper 50s Wednesday night under partly to mostly cloudy skies.

Moisture associated with the cold front will be falling apart as it moves into our area Thursday morning, so it looks like just a slight chance of showers, then clearing and windy later in the afternoon. Highs will reach the low to mid 70s with falling temperatures during the afternoon. Colder air will move in Thursday night, with lows in the low 40s. Expect a sunny and rather cool day Friday with highs in the low to mid 60s.

A Mild Fall Day

For today, there will be a mix of sun and clouds with highs near 74. For tonight, we’ll have partly cloudy skies with patchy fog late. The low will be in the lower 50’s. The warm weather will continue for Wednesday. The high on Wednesday will be in the upper 70’s. A cold front will pass through the area on Thursday. The front will bring cooler temperatures by Friday.

Monday, November 12, 2007

A Little Bit Warmer

Expect sunshine and some clouds the next couple days along with some warmer temperatures. Highs on Tuesday will reach the mid 70s, then go into the upper 70s Wednesday. Overnight lows will rise to the low 50s for Tuesday night.

A cold front will push through the area Thursday. Moisture is limited, and only clouds are expected with the front at this time. Highs that day should reach the mid 70s, then Friday will be cooler, with highs dropping to the mid 60s.

Friday, November 9, 2007

Sunny and Cool Weekend

Mostly sunny skies will continue this weekend. A new area of high pressure will build to our north and reinforce seasonably cool air in place. Daytime highs should reach the upper 60s with the low Saturday night dropping to near 40. High temperatures will warm into the 70s Monday and Tuesday.

The next system to approach the area with even a slight chance of rain would be around the middle of the new week.

A Beautiful Fall Weekend

For today, there will be a lot of sun with a high near 66. Tonight’s forecast won’t be as cool as the last two nights. There will be clear skies with lows near 42. For the holiday weekend, there will be sunny skies with highs 68-70. The temperatures will warm up above seasonal averages by Monday with highs in the mid 70’s. I don’t see rain in the forecast for the next five days. Have a great Veterans Day!!!

Thursday, November 8, 2007

Pleasant Days, Chilly Nights

Expect another cold night with temperatures dropping to the mid to upper 30s, with some low 30s well inland. Some frost can be expected again, mainly along and west of Interstate 95.

Mostly sunny skies will continue for Friday through the weekend. Daytime highs will turn a little warmer, reaching the upper 60s Friday, and near 70 both Saturday and Veterans Day Sunday. Lows Friday night and Saturday night will be 40-45.

Wednesday, November 7, 2007

Coldest Night So Far

Clear skies and very little breeze will allow temperatures to reach down to the mid 30s, with some low 30s near and west of Interstate 95. Many spots, especially near and west of I-95, will see their first frost of the season.

Skies will continue to be sunny to finish the week. Highs will reach the low to mid 60s Thursday and the mid to upper 60s Friday. Lows Thursday night will reach down to the mid to upper 30s, with some scattered frost possible for inland areas again.

The weekend looks sunny with highs not far from 70 and lows between 40 and 45.

A Chilly Day

For today, there will be a lot of sun, but chilly temperatures. The high will be near 60 with breezy north winds. A Freeze warning is up for the inland counties tonight. For tonight, there will be clear skies with cold temperatures. The low will drop down to 32-36. There will be some frost on the ground Thursday morning for areas west of I-95. For Thursday, we’ll have sunny skies with highs near 62. Friday through Sunday there will be mostly sunny skies with highs 68-70. Have a good day!

Tuesday, November 6, 2007

Much Colder By Wednesday

For today, there will be mostly sunny skies with a few clouds in the afternoon with a cold front passing through. The high will be near 76-77. For tonight, we’ll have clear skies with chilly temperatures. The low will drop down to near 40. Wednesday will be the coldest day this fall season. With bright sunny skies the high will be near 60. On Wednesday night, most inland areas will have their first frost. The low for Thursday morning will be in the mid-30’s.

Monday, November 5, 2007

Chilly Air on the Way

We've already seen some cool air affect the area, now we will see the coldest air so far this fall season reaching us for the middle of the week.

On Tuesday, a dry cold front will pass through, but temperatures will still reach the mid 70s for highs with sunshine and some clouds. Colder air will move in Tuesday night under mostly clear skies, with lows dropping to near 40. Wednesday will be sunny and cool with highs struggling to get above 60. There is a good chance of the first frost of the season Wednesday night for areas away from the coast, mainly along and west of Interstate 95. Dry weather looks to be in store through the upcoming weekend, along with a gradual warmup.

A Mild Day

For today, there will be sunny blue skies with highs in the mid 70’s. For tonight, we’ll have clear skies with cool temperatures. The low will drop down to near 46. Tuesday will be warm with sunny skies and highs in the upper 70’s. There will be a cold front pass through Tuesday afternoon. The front will bring the coldest weather so far this fall season. On Wednesday, there will be a lot of sun, but highs only in the lower 60’s. Some areas away from the coast on Thursday morning may have there first frost of the season as well.

Friday, November 2, 2007

Pleasant Days and Chilly Nights

Plenty of sunshine can be expected this weekend with daytime highs in the low to mid 70s and nighttime lows dropping well down into the 40s. Breezes will be lighter than they have been, adding to the pleasant feel during the afternoons. It will be a little warmer on Monday before a cold front arrives Tuesday, bringing the coolest air of the fall season our way by Wednesday.

Tropics:

The National Hurricane Center has issued its last advisory on Hurricane Noel, although the system remains an intense winter-type low pressure area as it moves north-northeast, parallelling the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast coastline. When a system transitions from tropical to non-tropical, the wind field spreads out more to the west of the storm center. Therefore, coastal locations of the northeast are in for a very windy Saturday. The storm should move into the Canadian Maritimes with hurricane force winds Saturday night.

A Nice Fall Weekend

For today, we will have a lot of sunny with breezy conditions. The high will be in the lower 70’s. Hurricane Noel will produce gusty winds along the coast with high surf and rough seas. A gale warring is in effect for today. For tonight, it will be a great night for football games; with clear skies lows will be 46-50. Saturday and Sunday we’ll have sunny blue skies with highs 72-74. I don’t see much in the way of rain anytime soon. The first of next week will be warm, but a strong cold front will pass through late Monday, the front will bring the coldest air of the season by Wednesday. Have a good Weekend!!

Tropics:

Hurricane Noel:

Noel is a hurricane this morning, but will become an extra-tropical storm by tonight/Saturday. Noel will bring strong winds to the New England coast by late tonight and Saturday. As Noel lifts northeast today it will run into cooler water temperatures and strong upper level winds. Since Noel will become extra-tropical, a much lager area will be affected by strong winds. In a hurricane the strongest winds are around the center (eye) of the storm, but for an extra-tropical low the winds are spread out much further away from the center. That is why there will be a much larger area affected by Noel. That was a little Meteorology 101 for you today.

Thursday, November 1, 2007

Cooler and Breezy for Friday

The combination of a new area of high pressure building in to our north and "Noel" passing well to our east Friday will produce breezy conditions for our area, mainly along the coast. Otherwise, expect a good amount of sunshine and cooler temperatures for Friday, with highs struggling to get above 70. Friday night lows will drop to 45-50 under mostly clear skies. The weekend will be sunny with highs in the low 70s and a chilly Saturday night low in the 42-45 range.

Tropics:

"Noel" has become a category one hurricane and will continue to move quickly north -northeast on Friday, away from the Bahamas and staying well to our east. Still the combination of north flow behind the storm and new high pressure building in could produce gale force gusts over the outer portions of the coastal waters. The storm itself will transition to and strengthen as a very large winter-type low as it heads north, and latest track models show it bringing very windy conditions to portions of the northeast Saturday and possibly tracking into the Canadian Maritimes Saturday night with hurricane force winds and heavy rain.

Warm First Day of November

We will start the month of November off warm. For today, there will be a mix of sun and clouds with warm afternoon temperatures. The high for today will be 78-80. For tonight, we’ll have mostly clear skies and cooler temperatures. The low will drop down into the mid 50’s. A cold front will pass through the area early Friday morning. The front will bring much cooler air for Friday into the weekend. For tomorrow, there will be mostly sunny skies with highs about 10 degrees cooler than today. The high will be near 70. The weekend will be very nice with a lot of sun. The highs will be 72-74, and lows in the mid 40’s. Enjoy the warm weather today!

Tropics:

Tropical Storm Noel:

Tropical Storm Noel is producing flooding rain for the Bahamas today. Noel is producing 60 mph winds, and is now turning to the northeast. The tropical storm watch for Florida has been cancelled. Noel will get pick up by a cold front late Friday. Noel will become a non-tropical system by Saturday. The effects from Noel in our area will be the seas along the coast will be high. There is a small craft advisory that is up for the coastal waters. There have been 80 deaths from tropical storm Noel since Saturday.

Wednesday, October 31, 2007

Still Some Clouds, Breezy

We'll see another day of some clouds in the area. There is a slight chance of a coastal shower overnight and into Thursday morning. A cold front will arrive late Thursday and clear out most of the clouds for Friday and the weekend.

Highs Thursday should reach the upper 70s, with lows dropping to the mid to upper 50s Thursday night. Friday will be cooler, with highs in the low 70s. Expect highs in the low 70s over the weekend with lows in the mid to upper 40s.

Tropics:

Tropical Storm Noel will move north from Cuba tonight and Thursday and then turn northeast and accelerate out to sea Friday and Saturday. The expected track will keep the storm center off the south Florida coast, but some rain and gusty winds can be expected there as the system passes by. The worst of the heavy rain and strong wind gusts will be felt east of the center, over the central and northwest Bahamas.

Tuesday, October 30, 2007

Clouds Return, Staying Breezy

Clouds are moving back into the area and will be with us for Wednesday. It looks like there will only be a slight chance of a shower Wednesday and Wednesday night, so conditions should be okay for the trick-or-treaters. Highs Wednesday will reach the low to mid 70s. It will continue to be breezy as we remain between high pressure to the northeast and low pressure well to the south.

Expect a mix of clouds and some sun Thursday, with a cold front arriving late Thursday to push out most of any remaining clouds. Highs Thursday should reach the mid 70s. Seasonably cooler air will arrive behind the front for Friday into the weekend; highs will be mainly in the low 70s.

Tropics:

Tropical Storm Noel is meandering west over Cuba. In the next couple days, the system will get picked up by upper-level winds developing ahead of the cold front, and get pushed northeast and out to sea. Before then, some heavy downpours and gusty winds will affect portions of Cuba, the Bahamas, and southeast Florida.

A Nice Fall Day

For today, there will be a lot of sun in the morning with some clouds by the afternoon. The high will be in the lower 70’s. The breezy conditions along the coast will continue today. For tonight, we’ll have patchy clouds with lows in the mid 50’s. On Halloween there will be some sun in the morning then becoming mostly cloudy in the afternoon. The high for Wednesday will be near 74. The trick or treat forecast will be mostly cloudy with a slight chance for a shower. The low will be near 60. A cold front will pass through on Thursday clearing things up for the weekend.

Tropics:

Tropical storm Noel will continue moving west today then turn northwest by tomorrow. Most of the computer models show Noel turning north and missing the United States. In our area we will continue to see gusty winds from a high to the north and Noel moving through the Bahamas. Noel will become a non-tropical low by the weekend.

Monday, October 29, 2007

Onshore Breezes to Continue

Gusty breezes will continue out of the east-northeast through at least Thursday. Temperatures will top out near 70 on Tuesday with some sun, but clouds likely increasing again along the coast. It looks like it will be mostly cloudy Tuesday night and Wednesday, with highs Wednesday in the low 70s. There may be a couple showers on Wednesday. Thursday will offer a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the mid 70s, then look for skies to become mostly sunny by the weekend, along with pleasant days and seasonably chilly nights.

The gusty breezes will continue to cause high surf at the beach and Small Craft Advisory conditions out over the waters.

Tropics:

Tropical Storm Noel should move between west-northwest and northwest, roughly parallel to the coast of Cuba, affecting the Bahamas. Wednesday and Thursday the storm should turn to the north and northeast, ahead of a cold front, which will keep the effects of the storm well away from us. The storm may brush south Florida before heading out to sea to the northeast.

A Breezy Day

For today, there will be lots of clouds in the morning with some sun in the afternoon. The high will be in the upper 60’s. It will be breezy today with a strong high pressure north of the area. The high will create gusty northeast winds today. There is a possibility of shallow coastal flooding during times of high tide. For tonight, we’ll have patchy clouds with cool temperatures. The lows for tonight will be near 50. Tuesday through Friday there will be a mix of sun and clouds. A warming trend will start tomorrow with highs in the lower 70’s. By the middle of the week temperatures will be in the mid 70’s. Have a good week!


Tropics:

Tropical Storm Noel (Knoll) developed this weekend just south of Haiti. The storm brought flooding rain to Haiti over the past two days. The tropical storm has lost some strength this morning. The storm will move into Atlantic and move over the Bahamas on Tuesday into Wednesday. A cold front will move off the southeast coast by the end of the week. The front will push the tropical storm northeast by Thursday.

Friday, October 26, 2007

Mostly Dry This Weekend

Some spots will see some drizzle overnight, otherwise the rain has pulled out of the area. Drier air will work in from the west on Saturday, trying to bring some sun. The best chance to see sun will be inland areas, while the coast will be harder to clear, but hopefully will get to see some sun sometime in the afternoon. Highs Saturday will be mainly in the low 70s.

High pressure will build in from the northwest Sunday and Monday, resulting in a breezy northeast wind. Expect highs to reach the low 70s. The onshore flow will keep some clouds around heading into the new week. Also, the onshore wind combining with astronomical high tides due to the recent full moon could cause some beach erosion early next week.

A Wet Friday

We have received some rain this morning. The rain will stay with us through the afternoon. For today, there will be a good chance for showers. The high will be near 72-74. For tonight, we’ll have mostly cloudy skies with a chance for showers. The low will be near 62. Saturday there will be lots of clouds in the morning with a chance for a few showers. We may see the sun on Saturday afternoon. The high will be in the lower 70’s. Sunday there will be a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 72. A strong high-pressure system will build out of the northeast. We will have cool northeast winds on Monday. There will be a mix of sun and clouds with highs only near 70. Have a good weekend!

Thursday, October 25, 2007

Wet on Friday

A front offshore will creep back to the west some overnight into Friday, allowing for rain to develop along the coast. Some rain could be heavy at times Friday along the coast, while some inland areas could see no rain. Temperatures will just reach the low 70s along the coast, with some mid to upper 70s inland. Drier air should move back in Friday night and Saturday, and some sun could come out Saturday as well. Highs should be in the mid 70s Saturday. Onshore breezes should result in mostly cloudy skies Sunday, and possibly a coastal shower by the end of the day. Highs Sunday should be in the low 70s.

Cooler Temperatures

A cold front passed through the area yesterday, which brought some cooler weather. For today, there will be lots of clouds in the morning then some sun in the afternoon. The afternoon high will be 72-75. For tonight, we’ll have cloudy skies with showers developing late. The low will drop down to near 60. Friday will be a wet day with a good chance for showers in the morning into early afternoon. The high will be in the lower 70’s. Saturday there will be a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the mid 70’s. The clouds will roll back into the area for Sunday. The high on Sunday will be cooler, near 72.

Wednesday, October 24, 2007

Cooler Air Pushes In

A complex weather pattern will keep occasional chances of rain in the forecast. After some wet weather Wednesday, we saw temperatures drop a few degrees and this cooler air will linger the next few days, especially with a fair amount of clouds around. Thursday looks dry, as the front that caused the rain pushes a little to our east. The amount of sun that we will see is questionable. A little sun should get our temperatures into the low to mid 70s. The front will creep back closer to us Thursday night, renewing some shower chances into Friday. Highs Friday should reach the low to mid 70s. Drier air should return for Saturday, with highs reaching the mid 70s under clouds and areas of sun. Onshore breezes will then increase moisture once again Sunday, with a chance of showers by the end of the day. Some wet weather looks likely for the beginning of the new week.

A Wet Day

For today, there will be more clouds than sun with a good chance for showers. The rain may be heavy at times, and there will be a chance for a thunderstorm. The high will be near 80. For tonight, we’ll have cloudy skies with a good chance for showers. The low will be in the mid 60’s. A front will stall out just off the coast. The front will allow for a chance of showers Thursday and Friday. I’m going with a rain free forecast for the weekend, but some of the computer models show showers along the coast for Saturday and Sunday. The high temperatures for the weekend will be in the mid 70’s.

Tuesday, October 23, 2007

Wet Weather Chances

A complex system will affect the east the next few days. A front will approach from the west Wednesday, bringing a good chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Temperatures should be a little lower than Tuesday due to increased cloud cover, topping out near 80 degrees. Shower chances will continue Wednesday night. Indications are some drier air may move in from the southwest on Thursday, cutting down on rain chances that day. We may see another chance of rain Friday. Highs should be a little lower Thursday and Friday, mainly in the mid to upper 70s. Lows should drop into the mid 60s.

A Warm Day

For today, there will be a mix of sun and clouds with very warm temperatures. The afternoon high will be in the mid 80’s. There also will be a slight chance for showers. For tonight, we’ll have mostly cloudy skies with a chance for showers. The low will drop down into the lower 70’s. Wednesday through Friday there will be cold front moving closer to the area, the front will stall out across the southeast. The front will bring a good chance for showers and storms. The rain may stay with us into Saturday.

Monday, October 22, 2007

Scattered Wet Weather This Week

We will see above average temperatures and humidity this week, with a storm system remaining nearly stationary in the Ark-La-Tex region. The best chance of rain will remain to our west, but we will be in a moist southerly flow, which will likely cause some scattered showers and t'showers to develop each day. Chances for rain look better on Wednesday than Tuesday, then a little lower at the end of the week.

Temperatures will reach the low to mid 80s the next couple days, then cool slightly to the upper 70s for the end of the week. Lows will be near 70 through Wednessday morning, then drop to the mid to upper 60s for the end of the week.

Lots of Clouds Today

For today, we’ll have more clouds than sun with scattered showers. The highs will be in the lower 80’s. For tonight, there will be mostly cloudy skies with lows near 70. Through much of the workweek there will be lots of clouds with scattered showers. The highs will be near 82-84. A cold front will pass through late Wednesday that should clear things up for the end of the week. The front will allow for temperatures to drop back down closer to seasonal averages.

Friday, October 19, 2007

Beautiful Weekend Ahead

Showers and thunderstorms did not affect the area on Friday as we originally thought. A front will move through overnight, ushering in lower humidity for the weekend. Daytime highs will still be warm, reaching the low to mid 80s. Nighttime lows will drop to the low 60s overnight and into the mid 50s for Sunday morning.

A Wet Friday

For today, there will be cloudy skies with rain likely in the afternoon. The rain may be heavy at times. There will be a chance for a thunderstorm in the afternoon/evening. The high will be in the lower 80’s. For tonight, we’ll have lots of clouds and showers in the evening then clearing skies late. The morning low will be in the lower 60’s. A cold front will push off the coast late tonight. Behind the front there will be a high-pressure system to build into the area for the weekend. The weekend will be very nice with lots of sun and afternoon temperatures will be in the lower/mid 80’s. Have a good weekend!

Thursday, October 18, 2007

Stormy Friday

Showers and some thunder will roll through the area overnight. A cold front will approach on Friday, producing a stronger round of showers and thunderstorms, most likely in the afternoon. Once this second batch of weather passes, drier air will move in for the weekend.

Highs on Friday will be in the low 80s, but could be higher or lower depending on the amount of sun that can break through the clouds in the morning. Lows Friday night will drop off into the low 60s as more pleasant air moves in. Highs over the weekend will be in the low to mid 80s under plenty of sun.

Wet Weather in the Forecast

The clouds and rain will roll into the area today. The best chance of rain today will be in the late afternoon. The high will be in the mid 80’s. For tonight, we’ll have lots of clouds with showers likely. The low will drop down into the lower 70’s. A cold front will move closer to the area on Friday. The front will allow for showers and storms. Some of the storms in the afternoon/evening may be strong. The high on Friday will be in the lower. 80’s. The cold front will move off the coast early Saturday morning taking the clouds and rain. The weekend will be very nice with sunny skies and mild temperatures.

Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Wet Weather On the Way

Southerly breezes will usher in more moisture on Thursday, likely resulting in some showers and a chance of thunderstorms by the afternoon. This first round of wet weather should taper off Thursday night, then an approaching cold front will bring a good chance of showers and thunderstorms Friday afternoon and evening. The second round of weather looks to have a better chance of producing strong storms. Highs the next couple days will be in the low to mid 80s, depending on the amount of sun that can peek through.

The weekend will be sunny and less humid behind the front that moves through Friday night. Highs will be in the mid 80s with nighttime lows dropping to the upper 50s Sunday morning.

Another Warm Day

We will have another warm day, but wet weather is on its way. For today, there will be a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the mid 80’s. For tonight, we’ll have mostly cloudy skies with lows in the lower 70’s. Thursday and Friday there will be more clouds than sun, with a good chance for rain. The highs will be 82-84. A cold front will pass through on Friday. The front will bring a chance for storms Friday afternoon/evening. The weekend will be sunny and warm.

Tuesday, October 16, 2007

Warmer and More Humid

Temperatures and humidity are on the increase across the area. Lows overnight will be in the mid to upper 60s and some fog is possible. Expect a mix of sun and clouds Wednesday, and it should be a couple degrees warmer, with highs in the mid 80s. Light breezes will turn more to the south on Thursday, offering a further increase in moisture, resulting in some showers and possibly a thundershower in the area. More clouds will be around, but highs should still make the low to mid 80s. A cold front will be approaching Friday, but it looks like it may start drying up ahead of the front, so I just see maybe a couple showers in the area, otherwise a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the mid 80s.

The weekend will be dry with warm daytime highs in the mid 80s. Lower humidity behind the above front will cause lows to drop into the upper 50s in some spots Saturday night. The next chance of wet weather looks to be sometime on Monday.

Monday, October 15, 2007

Warming Up Some

Temperatures are on the upswing following some rather cool nights we saw over the weekend. Higher humidity will keep lows mostly above 60 the rest of the week. Daytime highs will reach the low 80s Tuesday, then go into the mid 80s for Wednesday through Friday.

Sky cover will be a mix of sun and clouds. An isolated shower is possible over the next couple days due to a moist flow of air coming off the ocean. As a cold front approaches from the west late this week, look for a better chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm Thursday and Friday.

Friday, October 12, 2007

A Pleasant Fall Weekend

High pressure to our north will provide splendid weather this weekend. Expect mostly clear skies, with high temperatures reaching the upper 70s Saturday and the low 80s Sunday. Lows will be in the upper 40s tonight and the low 50s Saturday night. Humidity and some clouds will gradually increase Monday and Tuesday, and there may be a chance of showers by Wednesday.

Thursday, October 11, 2007

Beautiful Weather Continues

Mostly clear skies will be with us for Friday through the weekend as high pressure building to our north controls our weather. Expect pleasant days and cool nights. Highs Friday and Saturday will be in the mid to upper 70s with lows in the upper 40s to low 50s. Sunday will be slightly warmer in the afternoon, with highs reaching the low 80s after a morning start in the low 50s.

Wednesday, October 10, 2007

Turning Pleasant to Finish the Week

A dry cold front came through the area Wednesday, with cooler and less humid air set to move in overnight. Temperatures will be around 60 at daybreak Thursday and will climb to a pleasant 80 degrees Thursday afternoon under clear skies. Beautiful weather will continue for Friday and the weekend. Thursday night lows will drop to the low 50s, with highs Friday in the mid to upper 70s. Expect highs Saturday in the upper 70s, then reaching the low 80s Sunday. Lows over the weekend will be in the upper 40s away from the beaches Saturday morning, then in the low to mid 50s Sunday morning. Enjoy!

Cooler Weather Coming

There will be one more day of warm weather before the beautiful fall weather moves in on Thursday. For today there will be clouds in the morning then lots of sun. The temperatures will be well above average. The afternoon high will be near 90. For tonight we’ll have clear skies with cooler temperatures. The low will drop down to 60 for most areas. A cold front will pass through on Thursday morning, and that front will allow for cooler and drier air to move into the area. For Thursday there will be sunny skies with highs near 80. Friday and Saturday will be fantastic with sunny blue skies and highs in the upper 70’s. The lows over the weekend will be in the lower 50’s. Enjoy the nice weather that will come our way this weekend.

Tuesday, October 9, 2007

Cooler Air to Arrive Soon

Wednesday will be another very warm day for October standards, then it will turn much more pleasant. A cold front will move through during the day Wednesday as high temperatures reach the upper 80s, even 90 in some spots. Expect clouds to mix with the sun as the front pushes through. Cooler air will begin to arrive Wednesday night, with lows dropping close to 60. Expect mostly clear skies Thursday and Friday with highs dropping to the low 80s Thursday, then the upper 70s Friday. Lows will drop into the low to mid 50s. The weekend looks very nice, too, with lots of sun and highs in the upper 70s to low 80s.

Another Warm Afternoon

For today, there will be dense fog in the morning then a mix of sun and clouds. The afternoon high will be in the upper 80’s. For tonight, we’ll have a cold front pass through that will allow for a few clouds. The temperatures will be mild with lows in the upper 60’s. We will have a very warm day on Wednesday with highs near 90. Wednesday will be the last very warm day before a second cold front passes through early Thursday. The front will allow for beautiful fall weather to move into the area. Thursday we’ll have sunny skies with highs in the lower 80’s. Friday through the weekend there will be sunny skies with highs in the upper 70’s and lows in the mid/lower 50’s.

Monday, October 8, 2007

A Warm Fall Day

For today, we’ll have morning fog then a mix of sun and clouds. The afternoon high will be in the upper 80’s. For tonight, there will be mostly clear skies with fog developing late. The low will be in the upper 60’s. The warm weather will continue for Tuesday and Wednesday with highs near 90. A cold front will pass through the area on Wednesday. There will be a slight chance for a shower with the front late Wednesday. The front will bring temperatures back to average for the end of the week into the weekend.

Tropics:

A low pressure system is near the Cayman Islands. The low is producing showers and storms. There is a chance the low could develop further as the upper level winds become more favorable. The low will drift west over the next few days.

Friday, October 5, 2007

Weekend Weather Will Continue to Improve

Tonight: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East northeast wind between 5 and 10 mph.

Saturday: A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. East northeast wind between 6 and 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Saturday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then a slight chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. East northeast wind between 6 and 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Sunday: A slight chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. East northeast wind between 7 and 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Sunday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Patchy fog after 2am. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 69.

More Rain Possible This Weekend

For today, we’ll have mostly cloudy skies with showers likely. The best chance of rain will be in the afternoon. The high will be near 80. For tonight there will be cloudy skies with scattered showers. The morning low will be in the lowers 70’s. There will be more clouds than sun this weekend with scattered showers. The highs for Saturday and Sunday will be near 82-84. Have a good weekend!

Thursday, October 4, 2007

Wet Weather Lingers

While it was a lousy day across the area, the rain did not fall hard enough to cause any serious problems. Shower chances will continue Friday and Saturday while a moist flow continues out of the east. While downpours will be possible, widespread heavy rain is not expected. Skies will remain mostly cloudy. A little sun at times may boost the temperature into the low 80s the next couple days. Drier air is expected to push in on Sunday, and with more sun, temperatures should reach the mid 80s.

Tropics:

An area of disturbed weather near the Bahamas will move west-southwest through the weekend. Upper level winds are currently unfavorable for development. Some development may eventually occur near western Cuba or the Yucatan Peninsula by early next week.

Another Wet Day

* Flood Watch for Today * For today, we will continue to see the onshore flow that will allow for more rain today. The rain will be heavy at times in the afternoon. Some areas may receive 2-3” of rain. The afternoon high will be near 80. For tonight, we’ll have cloudy skies with scattered showers. The low will be in the lower 70’s. The chances of rain will continue for Friday and Saturday. The afternoon high will be in the mid 80’s by the weekend.

Tropics:

Possible Tropical Development (92 L):

There is an area of showers and storms northeast of the Bahamas. There is a chance we could have tropical development in the Bahamas this weekend. The low will move west into the Gulf of Mexico. Some of the computer models show the low becoming a tropical storm by the first of next week. We will be watching this closely, but I don’t see this having an impact on our weather.

Wednesday, October 3, 2007

More Soaking Rains

High pressure to the north and the remnants of an old frontal boundary in the area are providing a very moist easterly flow of air. Moderate to heavy rains affected the area today, most widespread near the coast. Expect more rain to develop on Thursday, and some of it will likely be heavy again. This could result in localized flooding, so please exercise caution on the roads. Shower chances will continue Friday and Saturday, with drier air expected to move in Sunday and Monday. Temperatures will be held down by clouds and rain, with highs struggling to reach 80 on Thursday. A little more sun may peak through at times Friday and Saturday, allowing highs to reach the low to mid 80s.

Tropics:

Low pressure in the Gulf of Mexico will move northwest towards the Louisiana coast Thursday and Friday before dissipating.

Low pressure is expected to develop east of the Bahamas Thursday and begin tracking west. The system may become a tropical depression by the end of the week. Upper level steering flow should point this system between south Florida and Cuba and into the southern Gulf of Mexico over the weekend.

A Wet Wednesday

There will be on and off showers through the day. The rain may be heavy at times. Some areas will pick up over 1.00” of rain. The clouds will hold the temperatures down into the lower 80’s. For tonight, we’ll have cloudy skies with scattered showers. The low will be in the lower 70’s. The wet weather will continue for Thursday. The forecast for Thursday will be mostly cloudy with a good chance for rain, with highs in the lower 80’s. The models continue to show the wet weather for Friday and Saturday.

Tropics:

Tropical Development (92 L):

The models are showing that a tropical system will develop over the weekend in the Bahamas or near Cuba. The track of the low should be SW with time, taking the low into the southern Gulf of Mexico. There will be a strong high pressure to build to the north of the low; the high will drive the low to the west. As of right now, I don’t see this being a problem to our area.

Tuesday, October 2, 2007

Occasional Wet Weather

Onshore breezes will continue to bring in clouds and some showers from off the ocean. The breezes will become lighter than they have been, so high surf conditions will improve. Wednesday looks to feature more clouds than sun with a few showers. Highs will reach near 84. Scattered showers can be expected Wednesday night and Thursday, with a low near 70 and highs to near 86. Expect warm and humid conditions for Friday and the weekend with a bit of an onshore breeze continuing. A few showers are possible again Friday, with less chance over the weekend. Highs should reach at least the mid 80s.

Tropics:

Low pressure is moving west of south Florida and is projected to move northwest through the Gulf of Mexico reaching the central or western Gulf coast late this week. Some development into a depression or named storm is possible.

Showers in the Forecast

For today, the clouds will roll into the area. We continue to see the deep northeasterly flow. The northeast winds will allow for the possibility of coastal flooding during the time of high tide. There will be a chance of rain for the coastal areas this afternoon. The high will be in the mid 80’s. For tonight, we’ll have mostly cloudy skies with scattered showers. Wednesday there will be more clouds than sun with a good chance for showers. The afternoon high will be in the mid 80’s. Thursday will be mostly cloudy with a chance for showers. The high will be near 86.

Tropics:

Possible of tropical development (90 L):

There is a low pressure in south Florida this morning. The low will move west over the next few days. There is a chance that the low could become a tropical system late this week. The low will need to overcome strong upper level winds and a lot of dry air in the Gulf of Mexico.

Monday, October 1, 2007

Some Moisture to Increase

Breezes from the ocean the next couple days will gradually increase moisture levels, resulting in an increase in clouds and then some showers affecting the area. The best chance for showers looks to be Tuesday night and Wednesday. There will be a lingering chance of showers Thursday and possibly beyond as the humidity will return to near-summer levels. Highs Tuesday and Wednesday will be in the low to mid 80s. Lows will start having a hard time dropping below 70 beginning Tuesday night.

Tropics:

An area of disturbed weather in the Bahamas will move west into the Gulf of Mexico and some tropical development is possible. This system is currently projected to arrive on the central or western Gulf coast later in the week.

A Nice Fall Day

For today, there will be a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the lower 80’s. There is a coastal flood advisory and high surf advisory for today. The winds will be strong out of the northeast. Tonight, there will be partly cloudy skies with lows in the mid 60’s. The chances for showers will increase on Tuesday night into Wednesday. A coastal trough will develop that will allow for a better chance for showers along the coast. The afternoon highs for Tuesday and Wednesday will be in the mid 80’s.

Tropics:

A low pressure is off the east coast of Florida that will move into the Gulf of Mexico. The low has a chance to become a tropical system as the low drifts west.

Sunday, September 30, 2007

Breezy and Pleasant Monday

Northeast breezes will continue on Monday, gusty along the coast. Temperatures will remain pleasant, with highs in the low 80s. A gradual increase in moisture the next couple days will result in more clouds mixing with sunshine near the coast along with a slight chance of coastal showers by Tuesday. Rain chances may increase more for Wednesday and Thursday.

On the coast:

Heavy surf will continue on Monday, with more beach erosion expected due to the combination of high tides and gusty northeast breezes. The risk of riptides will remain high.

Tropics:

Disorganized weather around the Bahamas could get better organized as it moves west across the Florida Straits into the Gulf of Mexico the next couple days.

Friday, September 28, 2007

Cooler and Breezy This Weekend

High pressure building to the north will provide cooler temperatures and low humidity this weekend, giving us a true taste of fall. Expect plenty of sun with highs in the low 80s and lows dropping to near 60. Breezes will be brisk at times, especially along the coast.

On the coast:

The combination of astronomical high tides due to the recent full moon and increasing breezes out of the northeast this weekend will lead to some heavy surf and possible beach erosion as well as an enhanced risk of riptides. There is also a good chance of shallow coastal flooding around the morning high tides Saturday (10:31 a.m., 8.9 feet) and Sunday (11:26 a.m., 8.7 feet).

Tropics:

"Lorenzo" moved onshore in Mexico Friday morning as a category one hurricane. The system will dissipate over Mexico, but continue to produce flooding rains there as it does.

"Karen" is barely hanging on as a tropical storm in the central Atlantic. Unfavorable winds aloft are hurting this system, which is expected to weaken to a tropical depression this weekend as it moves northwest.

Finally, a new tropical depression has formed in the far eastern Atlantic. This system could become a tropical storm (Melissa) this weekend.

Thursday, September 27, 2007

Cooler Weather Almost Here

A cold front will move through early Friday, but temperatures will stay quite warm for one more day. Highs will reach near 90 in many locations, though the humidity will be dropping throughout the day, so it should feel less muggy. Then winds will turn to the northeast for Saturday and Sunday. It will become breezy, especially along the coast. Highs will be in the low 80s over the weekend with low humidity and partly cloudy skies.

The combination of astronomical high tides due to the recent full moon and increasing breezes out of the northeast this weekend will lead to some heavy surf on the coastal waters and a good chance of shallow coastal flooding around the morning high tides Saturday (10:31 a.m.) and Sunday (11:26 a.m.).

Tropics:

Tropical Storm Karen is suffering through unfavorable winds aloft and is weakening some. It will most likely hold on as a tropical storm the next few days as it travels generally towards the northwest into the central Atlantic, staying northeast of the Lesser Antilles.

The system in the southwest Gulf of Mexico is now Tropical Storm Lorenzo. It will moves west into Mexico on Friday, possibly as a minimal hurricane.

A Warm Fall Day

For today, there will be mainly sunny skies in the morning then a mix of sun and clouds. The afternoon high will be in the upper 80’s. For tonight, we’ll have areas of clouds as a cold front moves into the area. The low will be near 68. I don’t see much of a chance for showers or storms with the front. The cold front will pass through the area early on Friday morning. For Friday, there will be mostly sunny skies with highs remaining warm in the upper 80’s. Saturday and Sunday will feel more like fall with highs in the lower 80’s and lower humidity.

Tropics:

Tropical Storm Karen:

Karen is looking less organized this morning. There is some upper level wind shear pushing the storms away from the center of circulation. Karen has winds of 65 mph, and is 950 miles east of the Windward Islands. The computer models continue to show Karen to turn north over the next five days.

Tropical Depression #13:

TD #13 has not strengthened over the last 24 hrs. The depression is drifting west towards the coast of Mexico. TD #13 should make landfall early Saturday in Mexico.

We have passed the peak of hurricane season, and now we are seeing the most activity all season long. There are a few more areas that have potential to develop over the next few days. We will be watching those areas for development into the weekend.

Wednesday, September 26, 2007

Muggy Weather Through Friday

Temperatures will remain above average the next couple days until a cold front brings a taste of fall this weekend. Highs Thursday and Friday will be in the upper 80s, with a few spots in the area reaching 90. Rain chances look pretty low; there is a slight chance a shower or thunderstorm could make it into the western part of our area Thursday evening. Breezes will be from the west-northwest Friday just behind the cold front, providing warm and dry conditions. Then breezes will turn to the northeast for the weekend and will be brisk along the coast. Highs will drop into the low 80s this weekend, with some upper 70s at the beaches.

The combination of astronomical high tides due to the full moon and northeast winds this weekend could lead to minor coastal flooding at the times of high tide Saturday and Sunday mornings.

Tropics:

Tropical Storm Karen is about midway between Africa and the Lesser Antilles. It will be moving mainly northwest the next few days through the central Atlantic and to the northeast of the Lesser Antilles. The storm may become a hurricane for a while the next day or two, then unfavorable upper level winds could weaken it back to a tropical storm.

The tropical depression in the southwest Gulf of Mexico will move slowly and erratically the next 2 to 4 days before making landfall in Mexico. The system still has a good chance to become a named system (Lorenzo).

Low pressure with showers and thunderstorms will be east of Florida Thursday moving northeast. Any possible development of this system will have no impact on our weather as it will remain well offshore ahead of an approaching cold front.

A Warm Day

We will have a mix of sun and clouds today with a stray shower possible. The afternoon high will be near 86. For tonight, we’ll have partly cloudy skies with patchy fog late. The low will be 68. Thursday there will be a slight chance for a shower with a high of 88. A cold front moves through the area on Friday. The front will bring a chance for showers early on Friday then clear the area out for the weekend. The high temperatures will be in the lower 80’s for Saturday and Sunday. It will feel more like fall by Saturday.

Tropics:

Tropical Storm Karen:

Karen is becoming stronger in the open Atlantic. Karen is looking more like it could become a hurricane over the next few days. No change from the thinking of yesterday that Karen will turn north in the next 3 to 4 days. Here is the forecast track form the National Hurricane Center:
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at2+shtml/084025.shtml?5day#contents


Tropical Depression #13:

TD #13 will be making landfall this weekend in Mexico. It could become a tropical storm before making landfall on Saturday.

Tuesday, September 25, 2007

Slight Chance of Showers

Skies will continue to be partly cloudy overnight and Wednesday. Light flow from off the ocean could cause a shower or two, but coverage will be limited. Highs Wednesday will reach the mid to upper 80s, cooler on the beaches. Thursday looks dry and warm across the area with highs mainly in the upper 80s. A cold front will cross the area Friday and Friday night. There will be enough moisture ahead of the front for a chance of a shower or thunderstorm, coverage does not look that great. Highs Friday should again reach the upper 80s. Then high pressure to the north will dominate our weather this weekend, with breezes picking up out of the northeast. It will be cooler under a mix of sun and clouds. While a coastal shower can't be ruled out, most moisture will get pushed to our south into Florida.

Tropics:

Tropical Storm Karen in the far eastern Atlantic is moving west-northwest. It is projected to turn more to the north later this week, and indications are this system should remain well out to sea.

Disturbed weather in the southwest Gulf of Mexico has formed into a tropical depression. The system will drift around slowly the next couple days before it should head west into Mexico. The system will likely strengthen some, at least into a tropical storm (Lorenzo) while it remains over water.

Another Nice Day

For today, we’ll have mainly sunny skies in the morning then a mix of sun and clouds. There will be a chance for a stray shower. The afternoon high will be in the mid 80’s. For tonight, there will be patchy clouds with lows near 70. Wednesday and Thursday we’ll have a mix of sun and clouds with a slight chance for a shower. The highs will be 86-88. A cold front will pass through the area late Friday night. The front will bring a good chance for showers and storms for Friday afternoon/evening. After the front moves though we will have a nice weekend.

Tropics:

Tropical Storm Karen:

Karen is a weak tropical storm producing winds of 40 mph. The storm will continue to move west then take a turn northwest then north. The computer models show the storm staying out to sea. Karen should become a strong tropical storm in four to five days.

Monday, September 24, 2007

Warm Weather to Continue

Temperatures will remain above average for much of the week, though breezes out of the east the next couple days will provide some comfort. While showers are not out of the question due to the east flow, rain chances should remain isolated the next couple days. There may be a little higher chance of a downpour later in the week as a cold front is expected to push through on Friday.

Tropics:

An area of disturbed weather in the southwest Gulf of Mexico could develop into a tropical depression the next couple of days. This system could move towards the Mexican coast or remain offshore nearly stationary.

Another area of disturbed weather along the Lesser Antilles could develop over the next couple days as it moves northwest and west. This system is currently projected to move south of Puerto Rico and the big island of Hispaniola through the middle of the week.

A third system and the most impressive looking one is well out in the eastern Atlantic. This system will likely be a tropical depression on Tuesday as it moves to the west-northwest.

A Warm Fall Day

For today, we’ll have lots of sun in the morning then a mix of sun and clouds in the afternoon. The high will be in the upper 80’s. Tonight there will be mostly clear skies with lows in the upper 60’s. Tuesday through Thursday there will be a mix of sun and clouds with warm temperatures. The highs will be 86-88. There will be a cold front moving through on Friday that will give us a better chance for showers and storms.

Tropics:

There are two areas in the Atlantic worth watching this week.

The first area is a tropical wave (97 L) east of the Leeward Islands. The area of thunderstorms will continue moving west and will bring heavy rain to the Leeward Islands over the next two days.

The second area is a tropical wave (98 L) west of the Cape Verde Islands. The tropical wave is becoming better organized, and the wave may become a tropical depression over the next few days.

Saturday, September 22, 2007

Warmer Weekend Weather

Tonight: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8pm. Areas of fog after 2am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Sunday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Areas of fog before 10am. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming east between 6 and 9 mph.

Sunday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. East southeast wind around 6 mph becoming calm.

Friday, September 21, 2007

Improving Weather This Weekend

A band of thunderstorms with heavy rain moved slowly up the coast this morning, producing several inches of rain in some locations, causing areas of flooding. Over the weekend, there will still be a chance of scattered downpours, but activity will be less organized. Mainly, we'll see more sunshine and warmer temperatures, with highs reaching the upper 80s. It will feel more like summer for the first day of fall Sunday.

Tropical Depression Ten formed Friday just south of the Florida Panhandle. This system will move west-northwest into Mississippi and Louisiana over the weekend, causing heavy amounts of rain. As this system moves further west of our area, the moisture in the atmosphere should be lower, resulting in less rain for us.

Showers and Storms for Today

For today, we’ll have more clouds than sun with scattered showers and storms. Some of the storms will be severe. The afternoon high will be in the mid 80’s. Saturday there will be a mix of sun and clouds with a chance for thunderstorms in the afternoon. On Sunday, there will be a mix of sun and clouds with warm temperatures. The high temperatures for the weekend will be in the upper 80’s.

Fall begins on Sunday at 5:51 a.m.

Tropics:

The low south of Florida in the eastern Gulf of Mexico has the potential to develop into a tropical system today or tomorrow. The low will move west and bring gusty winds and heavy rain to the Gulf coast states.

Thursday, September 20, 2007

Shower Chances Continue

Low pressure in the eastern Gulf of Mexico will move west-northwest while an old frontal boundary to our east slowly fades. The combination of these two things will lead to less shower activity in our area on Friday, and some sun should come out. Highs will reach into the mid 80s. A shower is possible Friday night, but it should be a better evening for high school football than last week. Saturday and Sunday will feature a mix of sun and clouds with isolated showers possible. Highs will reach the upper 80s and could touch 90 in a few spots.

Tropics:

Low pressure in the eastern Gulf of Mexico could become a tropical storm as it moves towards the west-northwest. This could bring some nasty weather to the central Gulf coast this weekend.

A Wet Morning

There will be a good chance for rain in the morning. Some of the rain will be heavy at times. Most of the day will be cloudy with highs near 80. For tonight, we’ll have mostly cloudy skies with lows in the lower 70’s. Friday there will be more clouds than sun with showers and storms possible in the afternoon. The afternoon high will be in the mid 80’s. The weekend will be warm with highs in the upper 80’s. There will be a mix of sun and clouds with a chance for an afternoon storm on Saturday.

Tropics:

There will be a chance for a sub-tropical or tropical system to develop in the eastern Gulf of Mexico. The low that is in the Gulf will move west. The computer models don’t show a strong tropical cyclone in the Gulf. The low will bring heavy rain to the Gulf coast states this weekend.

The rest of the tropics are quiet.

Wednesday, September 19, 2007

Wet Weather for Thursday

Moisture off the coast associated with an old frontal boundary will move onshore overnight and Thursday. Expect showers, a few of which could be heavy, though I'm not expecting excessive amounts of rain. Highest rain amounts will be along the coast, with lower amounts inland. Low pressure over south-central Florida will move west Thursday and Friday. As it moves further west, our moisture will decrease some, and while some showers will continue in the area, there should be less coverage.

Clouds and showers will cause temperatures to struggle to reach 80 on Thursday. Then with increasing sun Friday and Saturday, temps will warm up into the mid to upper 80s, making for a summer-like feel this weekend.

Tropics:

The low moving west across south-central Florida into the eastern Gulf could develop into a tropical storm as it continues to move west or west-northwest away from the area.

Wet Weather by Tomorrow

A stalled front off the southeast coast will allow for unsettled weather by this afternoon. For today, we’ll have a mix of sun and clouds in the morning then becoming mostly cloudy by the afternoon. There will be a chance for showers along the coast in the afternoon. The high for today will be in the lower 80’s. For tonight, there will be mostly cloudy skies with scattered showers. The morning low will be in the upper 60’s. Thursday will be a wet day with breezy conditions. The high for Thursday will be near 80. We will continue to have a chance for afternoon showers and storms on Friday. The weekend will warm back up into the upper 80’s, with a chance for storms in the afternoon on Saturday.

Tropics:

Possible Tropical Development (93 L)

A low pressure has developed at the tail end of a front. The low is off the coast of Florida, producing rain and gusty winds. The computer models move the low across Florida and develop it into a tropical depression over the weekend. Most of the models take the tracks of the low into Louisiana.

The rest of the tropics are mostly quiet.

Tuesday, September 18, 2007

Moisture On the Increase

Expect clouds to increase over the area Wednesday, especially near the coast, as an old frontal boundary offshore interacts with easterly breezes. Some showers could reach the coast Wednesday afternoon, more likely Wednesday night. Showers are likely across the entire area Thursday. Some rain could be heavy Wednesday night and Thursday, mainly near the coast. Expect highs in the low 80s both Wednesday and Thursday.

Low pressure developing near south Florida is expected to move west-northwest into the Gulf of Mexico Thursday. Some tropical development of this system is likely, and it should move towards the central and western Gulf coast area by the weekend. As this system moves west, our rain chances will decrease, but the higher humidity left behind could still trigger some showers Friday and Saturday. Expect this weekend to feel more like summer again.

East-northeast breezes will continue to be brisk on the coast Wednesday, with a heavy surf advisory in effect along with a higher than usual risk of rip currents.

A Nice Day

For today, we’ll have mostly sunny skies, breezy and mild. The afternoon high will be near 82. For tonight, there will be patchy clouds and the low will be near 64. A low pressure will develop off the Florida coast. The low will bring the area a chance for showers on Wednesday night through Friday. The highs will remain in the lower 80’s for much of the week.

Tropics:

There is a large area of showers and storms off the coast of Florida. Some of the computer models show a tropical depression developing in the Gulf of Mexico by the end of the week. There are a few tropical waves in the Atlantic, but none show tropical development.

Monday, September 17, 2007

A Refreshing Start to the Week

Autumn-like conditions are being felt in the Coastal Empire thanks to a cold front that moved through earlier this weekend. High pressure to the northeast is providing breezy conditions along with the lower temperatures and low humidity.

It will continue to be windy along the coast due to the onshore breezes and a heavy surf advisory remains in effect Tuesday along with a small craft advisory on the coastal waters.

On land, plenty of sun will be out on Tuesday with some clouds mixing in near the coast. The old frontal boundary to the south is expected to move west across Florida as a developing area of low pressure Wednesday and Thursday. This will cause more moisture to move in off the ocean up into our area as well, resulting in more clouds and an increasing chance of showers. It is possible that some showers could be heavy Wednesday night and Thursday. Some shower chances may linger in the area Friday and Saturday, with a gradual decreasing trend. Temperatures and humidity will increase to make for a summer-like weekend.

Friday, September 14, 2007

Improvement This Weekend

A cold front followed by Canadian high pressure will bring drier air into the area this weekend. There still could be a couple showers in the area Saturday, but coverage will be less and any activity will be less intense than previous days. High temperatures will still reach the upper 80s with a muggy feel outside. Then Sunday will feel refreshingly cooler as breezes kick up out of the east-northeast. Most areas should be dry Sunday, with a mix of sun and clouds and highs dropping into the low to mid 80s.

Tropics:

We're not too concerned about anything in the tropics right now. Weak Tropical Storm Ingrid remains several hundred miles east of the Lesser Antilles as it moves slowly to the west-northwest. Upper level winds are currently unfavorable for strengthening, and are forecast to become more unfavorable the next couple days, possibly weakening or dissipating the system entirely.

Thursday, September 13, 2007

Moisture Remains High

Daytime heating combined with plentiful moisture near a stalled frontal boundary to produce numerous thunderstorms in the afternoon Thursday. More scattered thunderstorms will develop Friday afternoon, perhaps a little less as it appears the best moisture content may shift into north Georgia. High temperatures will reach the upper 80s.
A cold front currently in the midwest will drive south and push through the area this weekend. Rain chances will gradually decrease this weekend as drier air pushes in. Sunday will be the nicest day of the two with highs dropping to near 84 and a refreshing breeze out of the east-northeast.

Tropics:

"Humberto" moved ashore near the Texas/Louisiana coast this morning and has weakened to a depression over Louisiana. The system will cause excessive rainfall in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama Friday before being absorbed by the cold front pushing south.

Tropical Depression Eight remains well east of the Lesser Antilles and will move slowly west-northwest over the next few days. Some slight strengthening into a tropical storm is expected.

More Storms this Afternoon

For today, we’ll have a mix of sun and clouds then becoming mostly cloudy in the afternoon. There will be a good chance for showers and storms in the afternoon. Some of the storms will produce heavy rain. The afternoon high will in the upper 80’s. For tonight, mostly cloudy with scattered showers and storms in the evening. The low will be near 72. The afternoon showers and storms will continue for Friday and Saturday. The high for Friday and Saturday will be in the upper 80’s. There will be a cold front moving through the area on Saturday night. The front will bring cooler temperatures and lower humidity for Sunday into Monday. For Sunday and Monday there will be a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the mid 80’s.

Tropics:

Hurricane Humberto:

Humberto strengthened quickly during the night. Humberto made landfall this morning as a category one hurricane with winds of 85 mph. Humberto will weaken into a tropical storm later today. The track of Humberto will be slow for the next 3 days, before a cold front picks the storm up, and move it east. Humberto will bring heavy rain to Texas and Louisiana.

Tropical Depression #8:

The tropical depression about 920 miles east of the Windward Islands will become our next tropical storm in the next day or two. There will be an upper level trough approaching from the west of TD #8 in 4 days. The strong upper level winds will not allow the storm to strengthen much in 4 days. We have a lot of time to watch the storm as it moves W/NW in the open Atlantic.

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

Wet Afternoons to Continue

A stalled front just to our northwest will cause mainly afternoon showers and thunderstorms through Friday. Expect a mix of clouds and sun outside of any wet weather, with highs in the upper 80s, perhaps touching 90.

A second cold front will push through on Saturday, helping to shove the best moisture to our south. There will still be a chance of showers Saturday, but a decreasing chance of rain will begin. A more pleasant air mass will move in on Sunday and the beginning of next week along with refreshing east or northeast breezes.

Tropics:

A system in the western Gulf of Mexico rapidly organized into Tropical Storm Humberto today. It will move north into the Galveston area tonight, then push northeast Thursday and Friday before being absorbed by the same cold front which will improve our weather this weekend. Areas of upper Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi can expect some enhanced rainfall over the next couple days.

The system a little over a thousand miles east of the Lesser Antilles is now a tropical depression. It will likely become a tropical storm (Ingrid) tonight or Thursday. Movement will be rather slow towards the west-northwest the next several days, and the system will only be approaching the longitude of the Lesser Antilles early next week.

Wet Weather in the Afternoon

A cold front will stall out across the southeast for the next few days. The front will allow for a good chance for showers and storm in the afternoon/evening. For today, we’ll have a mix of sun and clouds in the morning, then becoming mostly cloudy in the afternoon. Showers and storm will develop in the afternoon. Today’s high will be near 88. Tonight will be mostly cloudy with showers and storms likely in the evening. The low will be in the lower 70’s. The front that is stalled out will drift around the next two days, before moving off the coast by the weekend. Thursday though Friday there will be more clouds than sun with scattered showers and storms in the afternoon. The highs will be in the upper 80’s. The weekend is looking fairly nice. We will have a mix of sun and clouds with highs near 85-87. The best chance of a thunderstorm will be on Saturday.


Tropics:

Tropical Wave (91L):

The tropical wave about 1130 miles east of the Windward Islands is looking much better organized this morning. Here is the satellite look at the tropical wave:
http://www.ssd.noaa.gov/goes/flt/t2/avn.jpg
The tropical wave may become a tropical depression today or tomorrow. Some of the computer models develop the tropical wave into a tropical storm in five days.

Tuesday, September 11, 2007

Higher Chances of Rain

A cold front will approach the area Wednesday and stall out just to our northwest. This feature will increase our chance for mainly afternoon downpours. The front will remain nearby Thursday and Friday, resulting in a continuation of scattered downpours in the area. With more clouds and better coverage of rain the next three days, our high temperatures will drop into the upper 80s. A stronger cold front should push through Saturday, taking the best moisture offshore, allowing for decreasing chances of rain over the weekend. We should also notice a more pleasant air mass moving into the area on Sunday.

A Warm Afternoon

For today, we’ll have a mix of sun and clouds with isolated showers in the afternoon. The high will be in the lower 90’s. Tonight there will be mostly cloudy skies with a slight chance for a shower. The low will be near 74. A cold front will approach the area on Wednesday. The front will stall out across the southeast through the end of the week. Wednesday through Friday we’ll have more clouds than sun with a good chance for showers and storms in the afternoon. The high temperatures will be in the upper 80’s. This weekend there will be a mix of sun and clouds with a chance for storms in the afternoon. The high will be in the upper 80’s.

Tropics:

Today is the peak of hurricane season. The tropics are fairly quiet. There is a tropical wave (91L) producing a large area of thunderstorms. The wave is about 1300 miles east of the Windward Islands. The wave may develop into a tropical depression later this week.

Monday, September 10, 2007

Another Hot Day Tuesday

Temperatures will reach back into the low 90s Tuesday with plenty of sunshine. Plenty of moisture to our south in Florida will promote widespread thunderstorms in the afternoon there, a couple which may move up into south Georgia around the Altamaha River.
Chances of rain will increase across the entire area Wednesday as a front approaches from the northwest. This front will stall out across the area and rain chances will remain high through the end of the week. More clouds and the likelihood of some wet weather each day will cause our high temperatures to drop into the 80s.

Another Warm Day

After the beautiful weekend we’ll continue seeing lots of sunshine for today. The afternoon high will be in the lower 90’s. For tonight, there will be patchy clouds with lows near 72. Tuesday, we’ll have a mix of sun and clouds with isolated showers in the afternoon. The high will be near 92. A cold front will move into the area by Wednesday. The front will stall out across the area by Thursday. So, we will have a good chance for showers and storms for Wednesday through Friday. The best chance of rain will be in the afternoon. The highs for Wednesday into Friday will be in the upper 80’s. Have a good week!

Tropics:

Tropical Depression Gabrielle: Gabrielle made landfall on Sunday morning at Cape Lookout, North Carolina. Tropical storm Gabrielle did bring gusty winds and heavy rain to the Outer Banks of North Carolina on Sunday. Gabrielle was downgraded to a tropical depression early this morning. The depression will pull away from the United States today.

Tropical wave (91L):

A tropical wave located about 950 miles west of the Cape Verde Islands has the chance to become our next tropical depression this week. There is a large area of thunderstorms with the tropical wave. The wave will continue to move west in the open Atlantic. Most of the tropical computer models develop the wave into a tropical storm in five days.

Friday, September 7, 2007

A Nice Weekend!

We will have a nice weekend across the area. Saturday we’ll have mostly sunny skies, it will be breezy and warm. The afternoon high will be near 90. Saturday night there will be partly cloudy skies with lows near 68. Sunday a mix of sun and clouds the afternoon high will be near 91. Looking at the models the next chance of rain will be on Wednesday. Have a good weekend!

Tropics:

Developing Low (99L): The low between Bermuda and the Bahamas has become better organized today. The thunderstorms are beginning to wrap around the center of circulation. The low should become a tropical depression on Saturday. There is a chance that it could become a tropical storm on Sunday before landfall. The tropical computer models show the low should make landfall late Sunday on the east coast of North Carolina. The main concern for the area will be increase in seas along the coast. Also there is a moderate rip current risk for area beaches.

Thursday, September 6, 2007

A Nice Friday

The last day of the workweek is looking nice. For Friday, we’ll have a mix of sun and clouds with the afternoon high near 88. Friday night will be mostly clear and pleasant with low near 70. It will be a great night for Friday night football! The weekend is now looking sunny, breezy, and warm. Afternoon highs will be in the lower/mid 90’s. The low pressure that is developing off the southeast coast should pass well northeast of the area.

Tropics:

Low Pressure (99L)

The low pressure that has been getting a lot of attention is not looking any better organized today. The upper level wind shear is still not allowing storms to develop around the center of circulation. All the computer models show the low pressure developing and moving west then northwest. Here is a look at the models:

http://my.sfwmd.gov/sfwmd/common/images/weather/plots/storm_99.gif

I don’t see the low pressure having much of an impact on our weather. The only concern will be the increase in seas.

Wednesday, September 5, 2007

Keeping an Eye to the East

Plenty of sunshine will continue here through the end of the week. High temperatures will remain near 90, slightly hotter inland. The humidity will stay a little below average.

The main weather focus is low pressure well offshore. Upper level winds have prevented the system from developing into a tropical system today, but the winds should subside enough to allow for development the next couple of days. It is likely to be a named system by Friday. The system will meander on Thursday, then should begin to move west some by Friday as a ridge of high pressure to the north controls it's movement. The consensus of computer models shows this system turning northwest well east of Georgia, and heading close to the North Carolina coast this weekend. This scenario would have very little effect on our weather, except it would be breezy over the weekend and boating conditions offshore would be rough. We will continue to monitor the track of this system in case there are any significant changes.

Another Sunny Day

The sunny weather will continue through the end of the workweek. Today though Friday there will be lots of sunshine with highs near 90, and morning lows will be near 70. The weekend will be dry with a mix of sun and clouds and highs remaining near 90. We will be watching a tropical system off the southeast coast over the weekend.

Tropics:

Felix: The national hurricane center has issued the last advisory on tropical depression Felix.

Non-Tropical Low (99L):

A non-tropical low is half way between Bermuda and Florida. The low continues to shows sings of getting better organized. The main problem for the low not developing quickly is the upper level winds. The strong upper level winds are shearing out the clouds to the east. The winds in the upper levels will continue to become more favorable for tropical development over the next 24 hours. I would not be surprised to have a tropical depression by Thursday afternoon. The track of the low will continue east until high pressure to the north of low will slide off the New England coast. The high will steer the low west, then north over the weekend. Many of the computer models show landfall in North Carolina on Saturday. There is a possibility that the low could strengthen into a hurricane before landfall. With this track, it will have very little impact on our weather in the Coastal Empire and Low Country.

Tuesday, September 4, 2007

Watching Low Pressure to the East

Dry weather will continue through at least the end of the week, with plenty of sunshine and seasonably hot temperatures. The humidity will remain below average for early September, partly because of low pressure a few hundred miles to our east helping to pull down some dry air into the area.

Low pressure mentioned above is drifting east. It is likely to become a named tropical system by the end of the week, if not sooner as it drifts and organizes over warm water. The most likely scenario involving it's future track is for the system to get trapped between the east coast and Bermuda by a building ridge of high pressure to the north. This will likely cause the system to move back some to the west and northwest. Computer models are trending towards a track closer to the Carolinas coast this weekend, before turning to the north. The most likely scenario does not involve us at this point, but we will continue to monitor it closely.

Elsewhere in the tropics:

Powerful Hurricane Felix has moved inland over Central America and will continue to weaken over land.