Storm Team 3: Heavy rain likely for the weekend, mild high temps
Share this @internewscast.com

Friday turned out to be a very wet day across the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry, with Savannah experiencing significant street flooding due to heavy rainfall.

VIPIR Radar measured rainfall exceeding 3 inches in certain areas of Chatham County, while Bryan and Liberty Counties along Interstate-95 also dealt with substantial rain. However, by Friday evening, most of the floodwaters had drained from the roads.

However, more heavy rain is on the way for the weekend.

A LOOK AHEAD

A persistent trough of low pressure, which has been increasing our rain chances throughout the week, will remain through the weekend. Expect periods of heavy rain on Saturday, Sunday, and continuing into Monday.

This mid-level trough is advancing westward towards Florida, channeling more tropical moisture into our region. Rainfall could reach rates of over 1 to 2 inches per hour at times, potentially causing localized flooding.

Rainfall totals will be in excess of 3″ for some locations through Monday.

The cloudy and wet pattern will help to keep conditions mild in the upper 70s to lower 80s for high temperatures Saturday through Monday. 

Rain showers and thunderstorms will begin Saturday morning, persisting through the afternoon and early evening. Sunday’s storms are expected to follow a similar pattern, starting mid-morning and lasting into the afternoon.

Rain on Monday will be concentrated in the afternoon and early evening. 

By Tuesday, rain and storm chances will decrease, leading to a drier pattern for the upcoming workweek, with much higher afternoon temperatures expected.

High temperatures will be back into the lower to middle 90s by Thursday and Friday. The humidity will lead to heat index values in the upper 90s to 100°F.

TRACKING THE TROPICS

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring two tropical waves in the Atlantic basin for further development. 

A well-defined tropical wave has been moving through the central Atlantic over the past few days. It was looking to become more organized this weekend, though it is now moving into an environment that is not a conducive for tropical development.

The NHC gives it a medium chance (now 40%) for development into a tropical depression or tropical storm over the next 5-7 days. There is no threat to land from this system regardless of development or not.

A second tropical wave is in the process of moving off of the west African coast as of Friday evening. This tropical wave is weak and not very organized at this time. The environment will support some slow organization and strengthening as this system moves westward.

The NHC gives this a low (20%) chance of developing over the next 5-7 days into either a tropical depression or tropical storm. The Caribbean Islands will need to keep an eye on this system.

A weaker tropical system is more likely to continue a westward path rather than turning northward like the first tropical wave we are tracking. There is no threat to the U.S. at this time.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

ICE Opens Doors for 40+ Healthcare Professionals: Apply Now for Rewarding Careers!

The Department of Homeland Security is actively recruiting for over 40 medical…

Yoders Country Market Introduces Nickel Rounding: What Shoppers Need to Know

In Bulls Gap, Tennessee, Yoders Country Market has informed its customers of…

Oregon School Incident: Students Accidentally Served Pretzels Contaminated with Oven Cleaner

In an unsettling incident at Fowler Middle School in Tigard, a suburb…

NHC Predicts Tropical Storm Melissa’s Intensification by Friday

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The National Hurricane Center has warned that Tropical…

Unveiling the Mystery: Potential Destinations for the Stolen Louvre Jewels

NEW YORK (AP) — As the world reels from a daring heist…

Reviving History: Discover the 21-Year Journey to Restore Monticello’s Hidden Treasures

MONTICELLO, Ill. — After years of dedication, one man’s passion project in…

Suspected Bank Robber Apprehended in Jasper County

JASPER COUNTY, S.C. – Authorities in Jasper County have apprehended a suspect…

Bail Determined for Suspect in Johnson City Waffle House Shooting Incident

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The individual accused of firing multiple shots…

Colorado Cold Case Breakthrough: Missing Woman’s Remains Identified After 5 Years

DENVER (KDVR) — In a development that’s been awaited for seven long…

Honoring a Legacy: Danville Soccer Pays Tribute to Beloved Athletic Director Gary Gritton

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – While a regional semifinal win might not be…

Mother Confesses to ‘Death Wish’ Killing of Her Son

In a harrowing case from Grand Haven, Michigan, a mother has admitted…

U.S. Intercepts Two Additional Suspected Drug Vessels in Pacific Ocean Operation

The U.S. military expanded its crackdown on drug trafficking in South America…