Weather alert
The National Weather Service in Wilmington, OH has issued a flood advisory. This flood advisory has been issued for Darke County. Valid until 7:30 PM Monday, July 16, 2018.
The probability of a thunderstorm as of Monday, July 16, 2018
Thunderstorms expected to stick around all afternoon
Last updated by Devontae Jackson at 1:26 PM on Monday, July 16, 2018. Showers and storms are expected all afternoon into the evening. The best chance for these showers and storms will be around 4 PM. More showers and storms will linger into the evening though. Heavy rain and gusty winds are our main threats today into tonight.
Showers and storms expected this afternoon
Showers and storms will develop this afternoon
Last updated by Devontae Jackson at 1:02 PM Monday, July 16, 2018. Showers and storms will move into the area between 12 noon and 2 PM today. A few storms could be a little intense. Heavy rain and gusty winds are our primary threats for today into tonight. The bulk of the showers and storms should exit the area between 10 PM and 11 PM. After that, a few popup showers and storms cannot be ruled out.
Travel impact from the weather as of Monday, July 16, 2018
Thunderstorms could cause some possible delays this afternoon
Last updated by Devontae Jackson at 9:55 AM on Monday, July 16, 2018. Showers and storms will move through the area this afternoon. These showers and storms could produce some heavy rain and gusty winds. Rain may lower visibilities at times on the roads. Some flights may even be delayed because of the stormy weather. Make sure to check in with your airlines.
Thunderstorms expected this afternoon | the four day forecast as of Monday, July 16, 2018
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Four day forecast text
Last updated by Devontae Jackson at 1:12 PM on Monday, July 16, 2018. Thunderstorms are likely this afternoon. Some showers and storms could bring heavy rain and gusty winds. Partly cloudy to mostly sunny skies are expected on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Highs today will be in the lower 90’s with overnight lows in the upper 60’s. Highs tomorrow will be in the low to mid 80’s. Lows tomorrow will be in the mid to upper 50’s. Highs on Wednesday will be in the lower 80’s with lows in the upper 50’s. Highs will be in the low to mid 80’s on Thursday with lows in the low to mid 60’s.
A storm of hail and leaves
A June thunderstorm
A strong storm moved through the area on June 5, 2017. This was a particularly strong storm. It rained and hailed very hard. It hailed so bad that in the picture above you can see it started ripping leaves off of trees and rain lowered visibilities. On top of that winds were blowing everything around. Winds were so strong it started snapping trees. I can say, this is one storm I won’t forget.
The science behind the weather: the classification of a tornado
How are tornadoes classified?
By Devontae Jackson on Sunday, July 15, 2018.
Tornadoes are one of the most destructive forces of nature, but. Do you know how tornadoes are classified? This article will take a look at how tornadoes are rated and what the difference in rating means.
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Forecast for tomorrow | Sunday, July 15, 2018
Well I mean, the weather could be worse
Last updated by Devontae Jackson at 10:10 PM on Saturday, July 14, 2018. Expect showers tomorrow. Rain will move into the area tomorrow morning. You can read more about the timing of the rain on one of my latest blog posts here: Rain likely tomorrow. Highs tomorrow will be in the upper 80’s to the lower 90’s. Dew points will be in the 70’s tomorrow as well. Which means that it could feel like the mid to upper 90’s tomorrow. Make sure to drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks, wear light clothing, and check on the elderly and those without air conditioning.
Updated QPF precipitation forecast
So, how much rain is expected on Sunday?
Last updated by Devontae Jackson at 5:25 PM Saturday, July 14, 2018. According to the WPC (Weather Prediction Center) forecast above. Most of the area will see 1 inch of rain. Other parts of the area may see more than an inch of rain. Although, check back in tomorrow, because something tells me this forecast may change.
Rain likely tomorrow
Rain expected on Sunday
Last updated by Devontae Jackson at 5:16 PM Saturday, July 14, 2018. Rain will move into the area tomorrow morning. Some rain could even be a little steady at times. Rain will move into the area between 3 AM and 4 AM. Rain will be moving south throughout the morning. Rain will last until a little after noon tomorrow. After that, some popup showers and maybe even a small storm cannot be ruled out north of I-70.
Hot will be the word of the day tomorrow
Hot temperatures expected tomorrow
Last updated by Devontae Jackson at 9:53 PM on Friday, July 13, 2018. Temperatures will be in the upper 60’s and lower 70’s by 7 AM tomorrow morning. Temperatures will quickly rise into the 80’s by noon on Saturday. Our hottest temps will occur around 5 PM with temps in the upper 80’s and lower 90’s.
QPF precipitation forecast for Sunday, July 15, 2018
How much rain is expected on Sunday
Last updated by Devontae Jackson at 10:51 AM on Friday, July 13, 2018. The WPC (Weather Prediction Center) has forecasted for the Miami Valley to see about a half inch of rain on Sunday. Yes, that is not a lot of rain. Maybe just enough rain to water your flowers and/or grass.
