Cooler Temperatures and Unsettled Weather to Return!

After yet another hot afternoon yesterday, we have one more day to go until relief! Unlike the past several days, humidity values will really jump up today as a cold front heads toward the tri-state. This, in combination with the already hot air temperatures, will create uncomfortable heat index values near 100. As the front inches closer, the increased moisture values and lift will allow for the development of scattered showers/storms this afternoon. As the system gets closer tonight through Friday, expect the coverage of precip to increase, with locally heavy amounts (inch or so) possible. As of now, it appears that the threat of severe t-storms is rather low, mainly due to a lack of forcing in the atmosphere. However, strong t-storms capable of producing small hail, gusty winds, frequent lightning, and/or very heavy rain are a good bet. For a look at the upcoming weekend’s weather, check out the “7-Day Forecast” page!