Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Rain returns Thursday, then more sun and pleasant temps this weekend

After a somewhat chilly end to last week and near-average weekend, temps have rebounded to above average and will stay there through tomorrow. As another round of showers and some thunderstorms knocks on our doorstep for Thursday, temps will fall back to just below average. Luckily, following these showers, sunny skies and near-average temperatures will make their return for the weekend. Overall, after Thursday's rain, we look to stay mainly dry for the foreseeable future.

Rest of today

Pleasant conditions are expected to hang around for the remainder of the day. Satellite imagery from this afternoon shows a few more clouds beginning to move into the area. Expect for this trend to continue as we move into the evening hours.

Visible satellite imagery from GOES-16 this afternoon shows clouds moving over much of the Mid-South with more clouds slowly drifting eastward. (College of DuPage)

Tonight, expect for skies to remain mostly cloudy as overnight lows fall to near 62.

Wednesday

Tomorrow appears to be one of those it may rain/it may not type of days. What do we mean by this? Well for the first half of the day through the early afternoon hours, we should stay dry for the most part with mostly cloudy conditions overhead and highs nearing 79. However, by mid-afternoon to evening hours we will become fair game for some scattered shower activity. Most computer models want to keep scattered showers primary to our north, but it will be pretty close. A stray shower cannot be completely ruled out. 

NAM3 from tomorrow afternoon through late tomorrow night shows scattered showers beginning to develop in the afternoon and moving just to the north of much of the Mid-South area. (Tropical Tidbits)

Widespread showers are not expected to arrive until early Thursday morning. 

Thursday


We've got some bad news for you Miss Rhode Island, Thursday does not appear to be that great of a day weather-wise. Highs will reach near 72 by the afternoon, so a light jacket probably won't be needed. However, you will want a rain jacket and/or umbrella. Showers are expected throughout the day with a few thunderstorms possible.

GFS precipitation loop from Wednesday evening through late Thursday evening. (Tropical Tidbits)

Now you may be thinking, are we expecting yet another round of severe weather? Luckily, no severe weather is expected with any thunderstorms that may develop, just heavy rain and lightning at times is possible. Why, you may ask? Well, it all has to do with the low pressure system driving the cold front helping to bring the precipitation. The low pressure system (you may have noticed this on the precipitation loop above) tracks through Arkansas and into Mississippi without going to our north. For us, this a good thing because it keeps some of the severe weather ingredients needed away from our area and to the south, leaving us with just some general thunderstorms. 

If you want another nerdy explanation/visualization, look no further. The graphic below represents 300mb (jetstream level) pressure and wind, which is just a big fancy way for meteorologists to get an idea of the overall flow pattern in the atmosphere (i.e. where the trough/ridges are). At the beginning of the graphic, we can see faster winds over the western U.S, forming a ridge-like pattern. By the middle of the sequence, you can see some of these upper-level winds beginning to create a trough-like feature over the eastern half of the U.S. You may notice the bottom of this trough (the U type appearance) moves through areas primarily south of the Memphis area. This just goes to show that what is occurring high in the atmosphere is driving what is occurring at the surface (i.e. where the bottom of the trough is located is closely located to where the "L" appears on the graphic early).

The map above represents 300mb height and winds from Wednesday evening through Friday afternoon. Areas in color represent faster wind speeds, where areas that appear white mean generally slower wind speeds. (Pivotal Weather)

Going back to what we can expect on Thursday, heavy rainfall will be possible at times and could lead to some ponding in low-lying areas. Although, widespread flooding is not expected. When all is said and done, most of the Mid-South is expected to receive around an inch in rainfall, more or less. 

The Weather Prediction Center's precipitation forecast shows around an inch of rain falling across much of the Mid-South between Wednesday's slight chance and Thursday's widespread chance of rain. (Pivotal Weather)

Friday 

Wave goodbye to the gloomy weather and rain because beginning on Friday we are expecting lots of sunshine in our forecast. Mostly sunny conditions are expected throughout the day with highs reaching near the mid 70s. Keep those sunglasses handy folks!


This Weekend and Next Week

Sunshine for all! Besides some mainly high clouds and a very small chance of a shower, this weekend looks pretty fantastic if you ask me. Temps will remain near average in the mid 70s with overnight lows in the 50s. Saturday and Sunday look to be a good combination of warmer temperatures, but not too warm that they are unbearable. If you have outdoor plans this weekend, enjoy them!

Into early next week, rain chances should remain minimal to non-existent as much of our area remains under the influence of a high pressure system. Additionally, temps could get pretty toasty next week, with highs expected to rise into the 80s. 


Caroline MacDonald
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Saturday, April 20, 2019

Easter Weekend forecast and next week's rain chances

Happy Easter Weekend Everyone!

We have a beautiful couple of days in store for us, that everyone can enjoy. An upper level low that brought us our past few rainy days has shifted east, and is currently resting over eastern Kentucky. As it continues to stall over towards the Appalachians, a high pressure system will make its way into the Mid-South, bringing us some much needed sunshine and trending towards some warmer temps. Bye bye rainy weather! (For the time being...)



Today


The overnight run of the NAM model shows temperatures every 3 hours through the weekend. Warmth returns after a chilly and wet day on Friday! (Pivotal Weather)
A great day to get out and about, temperatures are going to be around 15 degrees warmer than yesterday! Highs in the mid-to-upper 60's, with some gusty NW winds. Clear skies this evening will be the cause for a good decrease in our lows. Expect us to drop down to near 50, with a light wind.

Sunday


Looks like the Easter bunny might be taking a relaxed trip down the bunny trail this Sunday. The kiddos might even want to take a peak outside, with weather this good it shouldn't be passed up. Temperatures are expected to get into the upper 70's thanks in part to the sunny skies and the southerly winds. Sunday night won't be as chilly with lows in the upper 50's, but still mainly clear skies.

The First Half of the Work Week



That high pressure system is going to stick around into the beginning of our work week, and continue to bring us sunny skies and high temperatures near 80 degrees. Our weather is working to give you that Monday motivation with a forecast like that! Tuesday has a few clouds returning, but they won't hide the sun that much.

Wednesday to Friday

This is where things get a bit tricky. Models have been in a bit of a disagreement towards the timing of a low pressure system making it's way through the Mid-South in the middle of the week, but are starting to line up this morning.

The GFS model shows the slow progressions of a rainy system from northwest to southeast across the Mid-South mid to late week. (Pivotal Weather)

The GFS model (above) fairly closely matches the European model (below) with the highest rain chances on Thursday, which could be a wet day. There are slight chances Wednesday evening and the rain might linger into early Friday. Severe weather chances currently appear to be low, but we'll be monitoring that as we get closer to the event!

The European model shows the low pressure system moving in a little later, and lingering a little longer than the GFS. (WeatherBell)


A Longer Outlook



The European model predicts above average temperatures for the next 10 days once we get past today. The coolest day next week would be Thursday when rain is forecast. (WeatherBell)
Into next weekend we are going to see some very nice temperatures, typical for the month of April. Some days are a bit above average, making for some nice outdoor time. Mostly dry conditions for next weekend, with highs almost near 80 degrees.

Have a great weekend, Memphians!

Jennifer Lambers
MWN Meteorologist Intern

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Wednesday, April 17, 2019

More rain and storms tomorrow, then a fantastic Easter weekend

Oh April. While I love the warmer temperatures, we always begin to see an increase in severe weather activity around this time of year. From a climatology standpoint, April is when we do see the most severe weather. After what has been a somewhat quiet week so far, things will be changing tomorrow as another round of showers and strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible. With these storms, there are some flash flooding concerns.

Luckily, this weekend Mother Nature looks to pay us back with some amazing conditions! If you have outdoor plans this Easter weekend, you are in luck because things look fantastic.


Rest of today

Cloudy conditions will remain through the evening and overnight hours as temps fall back to near 63. We will see winds remain around 15 mph overnight.

We've already seen a few, scattered showers develop to our south this afternoon. Luckily, most of us should remain dry until well after midnight. Rain chances will increase towards morning, with most of us receiving rain and a few t'storms by sunrise tomorrow morning as the first round arrives for the day.

Thursday

Heading into tomorrow, expect for showers throughout the majority of the day with heavier rain and some strong to severe thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs will near 69 with breezy winds around 15 mph.

While severe weather is possible for tomorrow, flash flooding is also a concern with the amount of rainfall we will be seeing. Expect for showers to be knocking on our doorstep by the time you wake up tomorrow morning (they'll probably arrive before many of us are up). These showers will continue through much of the day, so you'll want to keep the umbrella handy even if you have to battle in the wind with it. The best chance for a few dry hours is late morning into early afternoon.

A look at the NAM-3km model shows showers reaching our area early tomorrow morning, continuing through most of the day, and then additional, heavier rainfall arriving in the afternoon to early evening hours. (Tropical Tidbits)

Severe Thunderstorm Concerns
While we could see a few thunderstorms in the morning, we are not expecting any severe weather with this round. However, by tomorrow afternoon, an additional line of heavy showers and thunderstorms will be moving through the area, some of which could cause strong wind gusts. The main concerns for our area tomorrow are damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning, and heavy rain. The best chances for severe weather will again be to our south across central and southern MS and LA.

Much of the Mid-South is currently included in a "Slight Risk" (2/5) by the Storm Prediction Center. 

Flash Flooding Concerns
Our local NWS office has issued a Flash Flood Watch for our area from 1 AM tomorrow through 7 PM tomorrow night. We are expecting 2 or more inches of rainfall over our area.

The Weather Prediction Center shows between 2 to 3 inches of rainfall falling over much of the Mid-South tomorrow into Friday, with locally higher amounts possible. (WeatherBell)

Due to this, some flash flooding could occur in low-lying/poorly drained areas. If you do happen to come across a flooded road tomorrow, remember: turn around, don't drown!


Friday

As the low pressure system that will bring Thursday's showers and storms continues to drift eastward, it will do so very slowly leaving us with somewhat gloomy conditions on Friday. Shower chances will linger throughout the day, but should begin to clear out by Friday evening. Temps will be much cooler, with highs only nearing 58 and gusty northwest wind.

This weekend

Sunny skies and pleasant temperatures; it won't get much better than this! We haven't had a whole rain-free weekend in some time now, but luckily this weekend is shaping up to be quite nice. Highs will be a tad on the cool side on Saturday, around the upper 60s, while temps will return to the mid 70s on Sunday. Be sure to locate your sunglasses because you're going to need them for those Easter egg hunts!


Glance at next week

As we reach into the second half of April, temps are expected to continue warming next week providing us with some above average temperatures.

Climate Prediction Center shows much of Mid-South expecting above average temperatures with those to our northeast expecting well-above average temperatures. (Pivotal Weather)

Highs next week are expected to remain in the mid 70s to near 80. It is April though, which means showers and thunderstorms will once again be possible by the middle of next week.


Caroline MacDonald
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March 2019 Climate Data for Memphis, TN

March Climate Recap

Carrying over from the end of February, March started much colder than average with the first week averaging over 15 degrees below normal. Snow flurries even flew on the 4th as high temperatures didn't crack the freezing mark. A warming trend occurred during the second week bring temperatures back to near average before highs reached the mid 70s mid-month for a couple of days. Thunderstorms accompanied a cold front that dropped temperatures back to just below average for over a week once again. The final week of the month saw variable conditions with highs ranging from the 50s to 70s and a few rounds of thunderstorms.

The second half of the month was drier than the first. The last sub-freezing temperature occurred on the 7th. Overall, temperatures were well below normal for the month and precipitation was also moderately below normal. There was a trace of snowfall on the 4th.

The March temperature anomalies (departure from average) shows very cool conditions occurred across most of the U.S., coolest in the Northern Rockies and Plains. (WeatherBell)

As far as severe weather, Severe Thunderstorm Warnings were issued across north MS on the 9th and 14th and Tornado Warnings were issued well east of the metro. Another Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued on the 25th for the norther metro. Wind damage occurred in Shelby County with storms on the 9th and 14th  (trees down). There was one injury reported on the 14th as a tree fell onto a home in strong non-thunderstorm wind. Hail was also reported on the 14th in DeSoto County.

Memphis International Airport, Memphis, TN


Temperature
Average temperature: 50.6 degrees (3.4 degrees below average)
Average high temperature: 60.0 degrees (3.9 degrees below average)
Average low temperature: 41.2 degrees (2.9 degrees below average)
Warmest temperature: 75 degrees (28th)
Coolest temperature: 20 degrees (4th)
Heating Degrees Days: 439 (81 above average)
Cooling Degree Days: 0 (17 below average)
Records set or tied: None
Comments: Five days dropped to or below freezing this month, 2 above average. March 4th recorded a high temperature of 31 degrees, the second coldest for that date on record. The low of 20 degrees that morning was the 5th coldest on that date, averaging out to the 3rd coldest March 4th on record.

Precipitation
Monthly total: 4.12" (1.04" below average)
Days with measurable precipitation: 11 (0.5 days above average)
Wettest 24-hour period: 1.59" (13th)
Snowfall: Trace (0.4" below average)
Records set or tied: None
Comments: Three days recorded more than 0.5" of rain, only one of which was over 1".

Miscellaneous
Peak wind: Southeast/49 mph (13th)
Average wind: 9.1 mph
Average relative humidity: 62%
Average sky cover: 60%

Click here for a daily statistical recap for Memphis International Airport.

Cirrus Weather Solutions / MemphisWeather.net, Bartlett, TN


Temperature
Average temperature: 49.9 degrees
Average high temperature: 62.0 degrees
Average low temperature: 38.6 degrees
Warmest temperature: 77.3 degrees (28th)
Coolest temperature: 18.  degrees (4th)
Comments: None

Precipitation
Monthly total: 3.94" (automated rain gauge), 4.09" (manual CoCoRaHS rain gauge)
Days with measurable precipitation: 10
Wettest date: 1.37" (13th) (via automated gauge)
Snowfall: None
Comments: None

Miscellaneous
Peak wind: South-southwest/35 mph (9th)
Average relative humidity: 68%
Average barometric pressure: 30.19 in. Hg

Click here for a daily statistical recap for Bartlett, TN.

MWN Forecast Accuracy

MWN average temperature error: 2.02 degrees
MWN forecast temperatures within 2 degrees of actual: 73%
MWN average dewpoint error: 2.69 degrees
MWN forecast dewpoints within 2 degrees of actual: 58%

MWN's forecasts extend out five periods (2.5 days, or roughly 60 hours). Historical accuracy statistics can be found here.

Climate Outlook - April

The April climate outlook for the United State from the Climate Prediction Center is shown below. After a cold March, temperatures are forecast to jump to above normal for much of the U.S., except portions of Texas. As a result, odds favor overall warm temperatures for Memphis, with a 41% chance of above normal temperatures, a 33% chance of near normal temperatures, and a 26% chance of below normal temperatures. Memphis typically averages 62.9 degrees for the month of April, or nearly 9 degrees warmer than a typical March and 13 degrees warmer than March 2019.


A wet April is forecast for the southwestern and southeastern U.S. with near normal precipitation for most of the rest of the nation. For Memphis, odds favor near normal conditions with a 34% chance of above normal precipitation, a 33% chance of near normal precipitation and only a 33% chance of below average precipitation. April historically averages 5.50" of precipitation.


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Friday, April 12, 2019

Details on possible severe weather Saturday night - #memstorm


OK maybe so, but if April showers DO have some thing to do with springtime flora, then we must be angling for a colorful May! Officially, we've already had nearly 4" of rain this month, and my mid-month paycheck hasn't even arrived yet. It's possible we'll pass the (entire month) April average rainfall this weekend. Let's get into it.

Friday

A cold front snuck through the area while you were sleeping last night. You already know that because multiple days of 80s has been rudely replaced by the 60s today. I expected we'd see more sunshine, but the upper level jetstream has continued to pour high clouds over us, limiting warming a bit. While not unpleasant, it is a bit cool after getting used to the warm temperatures.

A southwest flow aloft has continued to funnel upper level clouds over areas east of the Mississippi River during the day today. (COD)

Early Saturday morning, that front starts to retreat north again as another front drops south, bringing the first of potentially several rounds of showers in a 24-hour window, just in time for your morning gardening or sports activities. Morning plans need an "in case of rain" backup.

Saturday daytime

As the fronts both have influence over our weather Saturday, upper level disturbances moving through a strong southwest jet stream set the stage for additional rain chances. Timing of these is near impossible, so we're going to call it "scattered showers" for the majority of the day. We'll give a slight edge to the morning hours over the afternoon for which period is wettest. It won't be any warmer tomorrow either, thanks to the rain chances and plenty of cloud cover. In addition, a gusty east wind picks up in the afternoon that could sustain itself near 20 mph and gust to 30+ mph. An east wind is also not conducive to much warming. Look for maybe 3/4" to 1" of rain prior to dinnertime Saturday.


Saturday night

This is when things get more interesting. Strengthening low pressure moves out of Texas and makes a beeline for the Memphis metro. Rain chances increase into the evening as that wind remains strong. Some rain will be heavy Saturday night. We could see some urban flooding in those typical low-lying areas after dark. Remember: turn around, don't drown!

The surface map for Saturday evening shows the low in northeast TX moving our way with a warm front pushing north across AR/MS. South of that front, and to the southeast of the low, is where the severe weather risk is highest. (NWS)

In addition, the approach of the low will drag the warm front that resides to our south back northward. At least portions of the greater metro enter the "warm sector" of the low, which means the severe weather risk goes up as instability climbs (yes, even after dark). There will also be plenty of wind energy with this system to enhance storm activity. Thunderstorms are a good bet for the metro area, but north Mississippi stands the best chance of severe weather. The most likely timing for any severe storms is 8pm until 3am Saturday night.

Risks include damaging straight-line wind, some hail, and a few tornadoes.  Currently, the Storm Prediction Center, the NWS severe weather experts, provides a range of severe weather probabilities for the metro: from a category 1 Marginal Risk (Tipton County) to a category 2 Slight Risk (the heart of the metro, including Memphis/Shelby), to a category 3 Enhanced Risk (southern Tunica, Tate, and southern Marshall Co.). See the maps below for the overall risk area across the southern U.S., as well as a zoomed view around Memphis.



A large area has the potential for severe weather Saturday PM with the highest risk of widespread severe storms, including possible strong tornadoes, southwest of Memphis in southern AR and northern LA. (NWS/SPC)


The highest risk of tornadoes will be south and west of the metro in the category 4 Moderate Risk area, though a tornado can't be ruled out near and south of I-40 in eastern AR, northwest MS and southwest TN. You should prepare for the possibility of all modes of severe weather after dark tomorrow night. Consider where you'll be and where you can take shelter if necessary, but particularly south of Memphis.

Note also that this risk area can, and likely will, be adjusted Saturday multiple times as more detail becomes available on how the storm is progressing. If the low tracks a bit further north, that warm sector could lift further north into the metro, raising our severe weather chances. If it is suppressed south a bit, our severe weather risk diminishes a bit. You MUST remain weather aware tomorrow as the situation is dynamic and the potential is real.

The Weather Prediction Center has a large portion of AR in a Moderate Risk (20-50% chance) that rainfall amounts Saturday into Saturday night could exceed flash flood thresholds. The metro is in a Slight Risk, meaning there is a 10-20% chance of seeing flash flooding nearby. Urban areas are likely to be the first affected as rainfall could top 2". (NOAA/WPC)

Sunday

After about 2-3am Sunday morning, the weather looks to settle down quite a bit, with lingering showers possible into Sunday morning. Have Sunday morning plans outdoors? Consider a rain alternate, though heavy downpours are not expected. Total rainfall from this events will likely be well over an inch, and could fall in the 2-3" range in spots. That would likely push us over the normal April rainfall total of 5.5" as we head towards the second half of the month (which I am certain will not be dry).

NOAA's Weather Prediction Center forecasts widespread 1.5"-2.5" rainfall totals with this weekend's event.
The next round of showers and thunderstorms arrives Wednesday-Thursday with a possible risk of severe weather once again. We'll have more as we draw closer to the event, but for now, plan to enjoy the sunshine Monday and Tuesday and remain alert on Saturday!

Erik Proseus
MWN Meteorologist

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Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Spring conditions are in full-swing, showers & strong t'storms Saturday

How nice have the past few days been? I know I can't speak for everyone, but I have really enjoyed the sunshine and warmer temps! Unfortunately, we do have two rounds of showers and thunderstorms over the next few days that won't be as pleasant. The first round, Thursday evening, will consist of mostly scattered showers and non-severe thunderstorms. The second round, on Saturday, we could see a few periods of heavy rainfall with strong to severe thunderstorms. Luckily, we do have a pleasant break between these two rounds on Friday, so be sure to take it all in while you can!

Rest of today

Following a beautiful day, conditions will remain pleasant this evening. Temps will slowly fall back into the 70s before falling to near 65 overnight. 

Before heading to bed this evening, you may want to secure any lose objects in your yard. Winds will continue to increase tonight into tomorrow with winds around 17 mph and gusts upwards of 25 mph expected. 

Thursday

Tomorrow won't be quite as nice as today, but still pretty close through the first half if you ask me. We will begin to see a few more clouds overhead throughout the day, with even more clouds expected to move in during the afternoon hours. This won't stop our temps though, as highs are once again expected to reach into the low 80s. Additionally, you can expect for some pretty windy conditions. Winds are expected to be in the 20 mph range with gusts upwards of 40 mph. 


By the evening hours tomorrow, a line of showers and thunderstorms will be knocking on our doorstep. We should make it through much of the afternoon and maybe even the early evening hours before showers begin to reach our area. Showers and thunderstorms will continue into the overnight hours, before moving out early Friday morning. While thunderstorms are possible, we are not expecting any widespread severe weather with this particular line of showers. 

The Weather Prediction Center's Fronts and Pressures Forecast shows a deep low pressure over the Great Plains. While bringing snow to those up north, a cold front associated with this front will bring some showers and t'storms through the Mid-South. (NOAA/WPC)

Friday

Thursday night's cold front passage will provide cooler and more pleasant temperatures for our Friday. Highs are only expected to reach to near 71, which is right around normal for mid-April. Partly sunny conditions can be expected with winds calming down compared to Thursday. Overall, take advantage of the weather on Friday, because Saturday does not look as pretty. 

Saturday

Welcome to April folks. Whether you are new to the south or not, April is generally when the southeastern U.S. begins to see the most severe weather activity. On Saturday, a low pressure system will begin to strength as it moves through Texas and eventually to our north. 

The Weather Prediction Center's front forecast map for early Sunday AM shows a well-defined low pressure system moving up into the Midwestern U.S. (NOAA/SPC)

So when is it going to start raining and how bad is it going to get? 

At this point, Saturday is still four days away. A lot can go wrong or right in a forecast in four days. With what we know right now, Saturday does not look like the day to be having an outdoor BBQ. Scattered showers are expected to begin in the AM hours. Luckily, any type of thunderstorm activity should hold off until the afternoon hours. After lunchtime, scattered showers will remain in the area with some thunderstorms beginning to develop. 

By the evening hours on Saturday and into the overnight hours, this is when the heaviest showers and possible strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to move through. Exact timing is still a question for this event and will need to be further refined in the coming days. 

A GFS loop from late Friday night through Sunday afternoon shows a decent line of showers and thunderstorms moving through the Mid-South Saturday evening into the overnight hours. (Tropical Tidbits)

As for severe weather, we are right on the bubble of the Day 4 outlook by the Storm Prediction Center. This is still a few days away, but definitely something to keep an eye on over the next few days. If you have outdoor plans on Saturday, I would go ahead and make sure you have a rain plan in place, especially if these plans are in the afternoon or evening.

The Storm Prediction Center currently has a 15% and 30% probability for severe weather in portions of the southeast. The Memphis (black X) is right on the border of the 15%. (NOAA/SPC)

Sunday into next week

Much cooler conditions are expected on Sunday as showers drift out of our area. Any remaining showers on Sunday morning and afternoon will be scattered and light. Models do disagree as to when showers will move out exactly, but we do expect showers to clear sometime in the afternoon (some models think earlier!). Highs will only reach the lower 60s, so you may want to find a light jacket for the day.

Looking into the rest of next week, Monday and Tuesday things appear to dry out with nothing but sunny skies expected on both days. Temps will remain pleasant and in the 70s. By mid-week, another cold front will be knocking on our doorstep introducing showers and t'storm chances. Since that's about a week away, I will leave it at that; let's focus on this week's rain chances first.


Caroline MacDonald
MWN Meteorologist

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