FRIDAY: Another round of widely scattered showers and storms will flare up through the day amid a mix of clouds and sun as the upper low begins to fade away. Highs will top out in the lower to middle 80s. A front will move across central Mississippi late in the day - ushering in a fresh, drier air mass that will take us into the weekend.
WEEKEND PLANNER: In the wake of our cold front, expect highs on Saturday to remain in the lower to middle 80s with mostly to partly sunny skies. Lows will drop back into the upper 50s and lower 60s as drier air filters in. We’ll remain dry through Sunday, as well, with highs in the middle 80s.
EXTENDED FORECAST: A expansive upper ridge will bring sunshine to the region through much of next week – bringing in summery heat, into the upper 80s and lower 90s through mid-week. As high pressure begins to build off to the east by mid-week, humidity levels will increase – leading to more clouds and a few more storms.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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May 29, 2020
May 28, 2020
Sun, Clouds, Scattered Storms Thursday & Friday
THURSDAY: Our upper disturbance will continue its slow trek eastward through the day. Expect a mix of clouds and sun with temperatures making another run for the lower to middle 80s. Scattered showers and storms will continue to pivot around the upper low at times, keeping rain chances elevated. A few storms that develop could have strong winds and hail associated with them. Storms will tend to fade after sunset, lows will fall back into the 60s overnight.
FRIDAY: Another round of scattered showers and storms will flare up through the day amid a mix of clouds and sun as the upper low begins to fade away. Highs will top out in the lower to middle 80s. A front will move across central Mississippi late in the day - ushering in a fresh, drier air mass that will take us into the weekend.
EXTENDED FORECAST: High pressure will nose its way into the region through the upcoming weekend – bringing quiet and mainly dry weather to central Mississippi to round out the month of May. Expect highs in the middle 80s, lows in the 60s with mostly sunny skies. Sunshine will continue to win out as an upper ridge builds over the area – bringing in summery heat, into the upper 80s and lower 90s through mid-week.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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May 27, 2020
Scattered Storm Potential Continues Mid-Week
WEDNESDAY: Clouds will linger over the state, along with storm chances through the day. The lumbering upper low will keep a deep plume of moisture moving in off the Gulf of Mexico throughout the day. Expect variably cloudy skies with scattered showers and storms. Highs will top out in the lower to middle 80s.
THURSDAY: Our upper disturbance will continue its slow trek eastward through the day. Expect a mix of clouds and sun with temperatures making another run for the lower to middle 80s. Scattered showers and storms will continue to pivot around the upper low at times, keeping rain chances elevated. Lows will fall back into the 60s overnight.
EXTENDED FORECAST: Daily opportunities of showers and storms will remain in the forecast, though coverage may drop off through late week and into the weekend. Highs will stay in the middle 80s, lows in the middle and upper 60s. High pressure moves in early next week, ushering in lower rain chances and warmer highs - nearing 90 by mid-week.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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May 26, 2020
Scattered to Numerous Showers, Storms Mid-Week
TUESDAY: A continued southerly breeze will pull Gulf moisture into the region – that, coupled with an upper low hanging off to the west of the region will help to spark scattered to numerous showers and storms by late morning and through the afternoon hours. Localized flooding in poor drainage areas can’t be ruled out under slow moving downpours. Highs will top out in the lower to middle 80s. Most storms will fade after sunset as lows drop into the 60s to near 70.
May 22, 2020
Summery Heat, Humidity & Storm Pattern This Weekend
FRIDAY: Expect clouds to break for more periods of sunshine by the afternoon hours. A few pop-up storms will be possible though the afternoon hours with expected highs to run up into the upper 80s to near 90°. Storms will generally fade after sunset, though a few may survive along an approaching front overnight - expect partly to variably cloudy skies with lows in the upper 60s and lower 70s.
WEEKEND PLANNER: While we anticipate the chance for storms to bubble up with the daytime heating this weekend – it will not be a washout either Saturday or Sunday. Both morning starting with clouds, giving way to sunshine. As we heat up, amid the muggy air, storms will fire in random locations. Be ready to dodge them if you have outdoor plans during the Memorial Day holiday weekend - impacts will be heavy rain, lightning and occasional gusts of wind in any storms that develop. Highs will top out in the upper 80s and lower 90s; overnights near 70°.
EXTENDED FORECAST: A plume of moisture from the Gulf and Caribbean, coupled with a stalled front over the eastern Plains will help to spark more scattered to numerous showers and storms through much of next week. Highs will top out in the 80s, overnights still in the upper 60s to near 70°.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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May 21, 2020
Warm, Muggy, Summer Storm Regime Continues
THURSDAY: The sluggish moving warm front will continue to bring warm and muggy air across central Mississippi this afternoon. The front will also help to spark a few storms this afternoon and evening as highs continue their climb into the 80s. Tonight, storms will fade after sunset. Lows will fall to near 70° as low clouds roll back in.
FRIDAY: Low clouds and foggy patches will be possible to start off the day. Underneath the clouds, a few showers can’t be ruled out. Expect clouds to break for more periods of sunshine by the afternoon hours. Expect highs to run up into the upper 80s to near 90°.
EXTENDED FORECAST: Under the southern flank of the warm front, temperatures will creep up near 90 degrees, hit and miss storms will remain in play for both Saturday and Sunday ahead of a surge of tropical moisture streaming in by early next week – bringing scattered to numerous storms each day amid highs in the 80s.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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May 20, 2020
Hit, Miss Storms Wednesday; Trending Warmer, Muggier
WEDNESDAY: A stalled front across the southern half of the state will kick up a better chance for showers and storms south of I-20 through the day. Periods of heavy downpours are possible, while farther north, skies will remain dry with a mix of sun and clouds. Highs will top out in the 80s. Showers and storms will fizzle late where the front sets up shop.
THURSDAY: The advancing front will make its way farther north through Thursday – helping to focus another round of scattered showers and storms – while the coverage may be better for areas farther north. Highs will top out in the 80s. Behind the front, expect the summer-like mugginess to follow. Lows Thursday night will only drop into the 60s to near 70.
EXTENDED FORECAST: The warm front will continue to advance farther north – keeping rain chances low to round out the work week for many. Temperatures will creep up near 90 degrees by Friday afternoon. Hit and miss storms will remain in play for both Saturday and Sunday ahead of a big surge of tropical moisture streaming in by early next week – bringing scattered to numerous storms each day.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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May 18, 2020
Morning Showers, Afternoon Sunshine Monday
MONDAY: Scattered showers will be around to kick off your Monday – though, they won’t be a common feature in the forecast all day long. Expect a mix of clouds and sun with a breezy northwest wind. Highs will top out in the upper 70s and lower 80s. We’ll remain quiet during the overnight as lows drop into the 50s to near 60.
TUESDAY: The upper disturbance that has plagued our forecast the last several days will hang over the southeast – keeping the weather a bit more unsettled. Expect a mix of clouds and sun with a drier northwest breeze, though another wave of scattered showers may develop and rotate over the region through the afternoon. Highs will top out, mainly, in the 70s.
EXTENDED FORECAST: The sluggish, cut-off low will keep our weather pattern a bit unsettled through most of the week. Expect a mix of clouds and sun daily – amid an opportunity of hit and miss showers and storms to develop. Highs will rebound into the 80s Wednesday and Thursday before getting closer to 90 degrees by Memorial Day weekend.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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May 15, 2020
Warm, Muggy and Unsettled Weekend
FRIDAY: Another day of scattered showers and storms along with summery humidity levels to develop through the late morning, continuing into the afternoon and evening. Expect highs, once again, to creep into the lower to middle 80s. Storms will have heavy downpours, lightning and occasional gusty winds. Most storms will fade after sunset as lows drop into the middle to upper 60s.
WEEKEND PLANNER: Between disturbances Saturday – we'll see a mix of clouds and sun with an opportunity for a few showers and storms to sneak into the region by the late afternoon and evening hours. Highs Saturday will still manage the middle 80s. Sunday, our next disturbance moves in – bringing another uptick in rain chances. Expect highs in the lower to middle 80s amid mostly cloudy skies.
EXTENDED FORECAST: Into next week, the disturbance that moves through Sunday will continue to play a role in Monday’s weather – keeping chances for showers and storms possible as cooler air begins to filter in. Highs Monday will run in the upper 70s and lower 80s. Gradually, high pressure will begin to nose into the area underneath a cut-off upper low over the East Coast. This will turn the weather cooler into next week and we’ll mention a few isolated showers possible amid partly cloudy skies. Highs mid-week will be in the 70s; overnight in the 50s. As a new upper ridge develops late in the week, expect temperatures to respond – warming back into the 80s by week’s end.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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May 13, 2020
Trending Warmer, Muggier This Week
WEDNESDAY: As high pressure shifts farther east, temperatures will continue to warm up amid increasing humidity levels. Expect highs to sneak into the lower to middle 80s with a mix of clouds and sun. A few stray storms can’t be ruled out west of I-55, though many east of I-55 will remain dry. Any storms that form will likely fade quickly after sunset. Lows will fall to the lower to middle 60s.
THURSDAY: The summery weather pattern will come into its own through the latter part of the week with warmer temperatures, higher humidity levels and opportunities for randomly placed showers and storms by the afternoon. Expect highs in the lower to middle 80s as showers and storms begin to pop-up after mid-day, fading after sunset.
EXTENDED FORECAST: A strong area of high pressure, well east of the region, will help to flow muggier Gulf air into the area through the latter part of the week. Not everyone will see storms each day, but some will tangle with the downpours and lightning. Highs will be in the middle to upper 80s with a mix of clouds and sun late in the weekend. A disturbance will come out of the Plains by Monday and Tuesday, sparking better opportunities for showers and storms amid the warm and muggy 80s.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @PatrickEllisWx