Today’s Daily Digit: 5/10
The weather for today is rated a 5 out of 10, which is considered average for mid-July. It will be warm and humid with multiple rain chances throughout the day. There is even a chance of strong storms in the afternoon. The humidity will make it feel like the mid-90s.
Express Forecast:
Today: There is a possibility of showers and strong storms. High temperatures will range from the mid-80s to around 90 degrees.
Tonight: There is a chance of a shower or storm early in the evening. Low temperatures will be in the upper 60s to mid-70s.
Tomorrow: The day will be partly cloudy with a chance of a storm popping up. High temperatures will range from 89 to 93 degrees.
Sunday: There will be chances of showers, storms, and downpours. High temperatures will be near 90 degrees.
Forecast in Detail:
Hot and sweaty conditions will persist, and there will be more storm chances. Today’s storms may turn strong to severe in some areas, especially in the south and east. Tomorrow may be a slightly calmer day with lower rain chances compared to today and Sunday. The heat may become less humid during the workweek, along with reduced rain chances.
Today (Friday): There is a possibility of rain throughout the day. It is advised to keep an eye on the radar. There may be a downpour in the early morning and a midday storm. The highest chance of storms, potentially with damaging winds, hail, and/or flooding, will be in the midafternoon to early evening. The combination of high temperatures in the mid-80s to around 90 degrees and the continued humidity with dew points in the low 70s will make it feel quite hot, with a heat index in the mid-90s. Confidence: Medium
Tonight: Any remaining showers and storms may continue until mid-evening. There is a possibility of raindrops into the early morning hours. Low temperatures will be muggy, ranging from the upper 60s to mid-70s. Confidence: Medium-High
Tomorrow (Saturday): Some morning clouds may linger, which could reduce instability in the atmosphere during the afternoon. This may result in lower rain chances and fewer storms. The highest chance for a shower or storm will be in the mid- to late afternoon. It will still be warm and humid, with high temperatures aiming for 88 to 93 degrees. With dew points nearing the mid-70s, it may feel near 100 degrees in some areas. Confidence: Medium
Tomorrow night: A few showers and storms are expected to continue overnight. They are likely to be short-lived, but there may be more than one overnight. Low temperatures will be in the low to mid-70s. Confidence: Medium
Sunday: There will be more numerous showers and storms with chances of downpours. Clouds will dominate the sky, and dry moments may be short-lived, but more likely during the late day. It will still be humid, but temperatures may be held back in the upper 80s to around 90 degrees due to the presence of clouds and rain. Confidence: Medium
A Look Ahead:
Sunday night: There is a possibility of an early evening shower or storm. Skies will end up partly cloudy, with low temperatures in the low to mid-70s. Confidence: Medium
Less-muggy air will try to move in for Monday and Tuesday. There will only be slight rain chances, mainly focused on Monday night and Tuesday. However, it is advised to stay tuned as the chances, amounts, and timing of rain could fluctuate. High temperatures will range from near 90 to the mid-90s. Dew points should dip into the 60s. Confidence: Medium
How can individuals effectively prepare for and respond to the expected showers, storms, and downpours throughout the weekend and into next week
Mid-70s will make it feel like the mid-90s. Stay hydrated and seek shelter if storms approach.
Tonight: The evening may start with a shower or storm, but rain chances will decrease as the night goes on. Low temperatures will be in the upper 60s to mid-70s, providing some relief from the heat.
Tomorrow (Saturday): The day will be partly cloudy with a chance of isolated storms popping up. High temperatures will range from 89 to 93 degrees, so it will still be warm. Keep an eye on the sky and be prepared for any sudden rain.
Sunday: Showers, storms, and downpours are expected throughout the day. High temperatures will be near 90 degrees, so it will be another hot and humid day. Make sure to have your umbrella handy and be cautious of any flooding that may occur.
Looking ahead: The hot and sweaty conditions will continue into next week, but there should be a decrease in rain chances. The humidity may decrease, making it feel a bit more comfortable, but still hot. Keep an eye on the forecast for any updates and be prepared for heat and possible storms. Stay safe and stay cool!
