Showers and Storms, Severe Weather Likely This Afternoon

A strong cold front is approaching from the west while an area of low pressure ahead of is bringing rainfall to the state. One round of rain pushed through overnight and another round is currently pushing in from the west.

The entire state is in a Slight Risk for severe weather this afternoon, with the greatest chances east of the mountains. The Storm Prediction Center has placed this area under a 10% chance of tornadoes this afternoon.

Expect rainfall to continue to build through the morning with thunderstorms developing after noon. The best chance for severe storms will be later this afternoon and evening as the front moves closer. Damaging winds, heavy rain and isolated tornadoes are possible. Please stay alert and check for watches and warnings as we move into the afternoon.

The front will swing through tonight, bringing an end to the rain. Expect decreasing clouds tomorrow with highs in the low to mid 70s. With clearing skies and light winds, expect temperatures to drop into the upper 40s to low 50s tomorrow night.

A nice end to the work week is in store as high pressure remains in control. Highs Thursday and Friday will be in the mid to upper 70s under mostly sunny skies.

Another cold front will affect the weekend weather, bringing a chance of showers and thunderstorms Saturday afternoon and evening.

High pressure will return Sunday and into next week.

 

Yesterday’s Weather Station Stats:
High Temp: 73.8°
Low Temp: 50.3°
Rain: 0.00″