 THE DAY WON’T BE A WASHOUT, but the chances are good we’ll be dodging showers during the day and into Saturday night. Some areas may escape without a drop, and some places may get hammered with a dumper or a trainer, especially in the afternoon and evening, as the stationary front becomes a cold front and moves east.
THE ISOLATED STORM CHANCE raised my eyebrow after looking at forecast-sounding data. Anytime there are dew points pushing well into the 70s, that is high-octane gas for potent thunderstorms. The afternoon cloud cover will determine the severe potential. A severe thunderstorm watch is doubtful, but that doesn't mean severe storms won’t happen. Low-level clouds may curb the severe threat, but there is enough instability above the deck for rumbles. SUNDAY may start with a shower or two early on as the front clears out. Dew points drop back into the 60s, which brings relief from the swampy conditions for southern areas but may still be uncomfortable. There is an isolated risk of a shower/thunderstorm possible in the afternoon as temperatures rise into the 80s away from the shorelines, with heat indices pushing into the low-90s from Bangor southwest. EXTENDED OUTLOOK THROUGH MIDWEEK: The mountains and north may experience a shower/storm, with hot and sticky conditions for all on Monday and Tuesday. Low pressure on Wednesday brings widespread rainfall and a temporary break from the steamy heat. Always have MULTIPLE ways to receive weather alerts! Have a great day, and thank you for your support! - Mike |
Mike Haggett
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