HOT: Most communities will see a high in the 88-92 degree range through Friday with partly sunny days. Humidity levels will be high, and while a few isolated showers and storms will be around during the afternoon and evening hours, most places will be rain-free.
The upper ridge over the region will weaken a bit over the weekend, making the air more unstable, and opening the door for a slow increase in the number of scattered showers and thunderstorms. Best chance of rain will be in the noon to midnight window, and understand the weekend won’t be a wash-out. The sun will be out at times. and highs will be stay in the upper 80s and low 90s.
NEXT WEEK: An upper trough and approaching front will likely bring numerous showers and storms to Alabama Monday and Tuesday. A few strong storms will be possible, and some spots could see heavy rain on these two days. Scattered showers and storms will likely thin out over the latter half of the week as the upper ridge begins to rebuild. Highs through the week will be in the 80s… See the video briefing for maps, graphics, and more details.
TROPICS: The Atlantic basin remains quiet, and tropical storm formation is not expected for at least the next seven days.
ON THIS DATE IN 2008: A potent severe weather outbreak hammered northern New York and Vermont, producing over 50 reports of severe weather, widespread power outages, and wind gusts up to 80 mph.
Look for the next video briefing here by 3:00 this afternoon… enjoy the day!
