Afternoon Roundup: Threat of storms stays in the forecast
A warm, humid, and moist airmass remains in place today ahead of a cold frontal boundary. Clouds have inhibited the development of widespread atmospheric instability, but enough has developed to suggest that some storms this afternoon could be strong. Weak shear in the mid and low levels of the atmosphere will keep storms somewhat unorganized, and moving slowly. So given the moisture content in the atmosphere, these storms could be capable of producing localized flooding in very rain. These storms will eventually slip to the east/northeast of our area tonight as the frontal boundary slips east as well. Here’s a roundup of news and information from the meteorology:
- Strong thunderstorms and periods of heavy rain will again be possible later on Thursday. A stronger atmospheric disturbance approaching the area could force the development of storms with greater coverage and intensity than the past few days. Models, however, continue to waffle back and forth with this feature’s exact track.
- Much more pleasant weather is expected for the weekend. A high pressure will build southward and keep the very moist and humid airmass to our south. Highs in the 80’s with sunshine are expected with only minimal chances of showers and storms.