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THE BIG WARM-UP: Temperatures are generally warmer than forecast this afternoon, so our warm-up is ahead of schedule. I expected upper 70s, but most spots are in the low 80s. It will be fun to watch our new SKYCAM network data from Cheaha State Park this summer; that is Alabama's highest point at 2,407 feet. Right now they are showing 73 degrees with winds gusting to 40 mph. See the image and data from Cheaha here:
http://www.abc3340.com/static/skycams/skycamscheaha.html
I think we will be amazed at the temperature difference up there on hot summer days. Makes me want to rent a cabin!
SLIGHT SEVERE WEATHER RISK? SPC maintains a slight risk of severe storms across the northern third of Alabama tomorrow afternoon and evening. Moisture is pretty limited (dewpoints should remain under 60), and a capping inversion might prevent any storms from forming. For now we will continue to mention the chance of isolated storms late tomorrow, but most places should be dry. Any storms that do form could produce some hail and gusty winds. Temperatures should easily reach the mid 80s tomorrow.
THE WEEKEND: Summer-like warmth is the story for Saturday and Sunday highs in the upper 80s; some spots might touch 90 over West Alabama. Any afternoon showers will be very scarce.
Warm and dry weather will continue into the first part of next week as the main westerly winds aloft over North America continue to shift to the north.
NEXT RAIN? The GFS shows a fairly strong upper wave passing north of Alabama late next week, which might get a cold front this far south. So, showers look like a good get at the end of next week, around Friday May 26.
LONG RANGE: The GFS advertises a weaker version of the eastern U.S. trough rebuilding around May 28-30, which might bring a quick shot of cooler air into the state. But, heights rise and summer-like weather should return as we begin June, with warm days and a few scattered afternoon showers or storms around here.
Be sure and scroll down and read the e-mail to J.B... very touching. Glad to have Mr. Elliott back in the saddle today; and glad his wife Judy is home and doing much better! The next map discussion video will be posted by 7:00 a.m. tomorrow!
http://www.jamesspann.com/
Don't forget all of our video and audio products are available on iTunes... just search ABC 33/40 on the podcast section and you will find them.
THE BIG WARM-UP: Temperatures are generally warmer than forecast this afternoon, so our warm-up is ahead of schedule. I expected upper 70s, but most spots are in the low 80s. It will be fun to watch our new SKYCAM network data from Cheaha State Park this summer; that is Alabama's highest point at 2,407 feet. Right now they are showing 73 degrees with winds gusting to 40 mph. See the image and data from Cheaha here:
http://www.abc3340.com/static/skycams/skycamscheaha.html
I think we will be amazed at the temperature difference up there on hot summer days. Makes me want to rent a cabin!
SLIGHT SEVERE WEATHER RISK? SPC maintains a slight risk of severe storms across the northern third of Alabama tomorrow afternoon and evening. Moisture is pretty limited (dewpoints should remain under 60), and a capping inversion might prevent any storms from forming. For now we will continue to mention the chance of isolated storms late tomorrow, but most places should be dry. Any storms that do form could produce some hail and gusty winds. Temperatures should easily reach the mid 80s tomorrow.
THE WEEKEND: Summer-like warmth is the story for Saturday and Sunday highs in the upper 80s; some spots might touch 90 over West Alabama. Any afternoon showers will be very scarce.
Warm and dry weather will continue into the first part of next week as the main westerly winds aloft over North America continue to shift to the north.
NEXT RAIN? The GFS shows a fairly strong upper wave passing north of Alabama late next week, which might get a cold front this far south. So, showers look like a good get at the end of next week, around Friday May 26.
LONG RANGE: The GFS advertises a weaker version of the eastern U.S. trough rebuilding around May 28-30, which might bring a quick shot of cooler air into the state. But, heights rise and summer-like weather should return as we begin June, with warm days and a few scattered afternoon showers or storms around here.
Be sure and scroll down and read the e-mail to J.B... very touching. Glad to have Mr. Elliott back in the saddle today; and glad his wife Judy is home and doing much better! The next map discussion video will be posted by 7:00 a.m. tomorrow!