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Scattered Storms Continue

Warm, muggy, and unsettled through the weekend... Scattered showers and storms continue on a daily basis for the remainder of this week, including the weekend. It will not rain everywhere or constantly, but be prepared for periods of showers/storms. The severe threat is low, but any storm that does develop on any given day will have the potential to produce gusty wind, hail, frequent lightning, and heavy rain; localized flash flooding is possible, especially in flood prone areas. Otherwise, warm and muggy with highs in the 80s and lows in the upper 60s to near 70.

Slightly cooler and drier air arrives next week, shutting off the rain and providing some humidity relief.

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Michael Haynes

 

Unsettled Weather Pattern

An active weather pattern ahead... The wet, stormy weather continues into June, featuring isolated to scattered storms on a daily basis through this weekend, and possibly longer. It will not rain, constantly or everywhere, but expect periods of rain and storms. The severe threat is low, but any storm that does develop on any given day will have the potential to produce gusty wind, hail, frequent lightning, and heavy rain. Otherwise, warm and muggy with highs in the 80s and lows in the upper 60s to near 70. 

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Michael Haynes

 

Scattered Storms

Storms are in progress early this morning north of I-20, and will advance farther south before noon. Additional scattered storms develop this afternoon and evening, bringing the potential for gusty wind and hail that could reach severe limits. Also, heavy downpours and frequent lightning are possible.

Periods or storms continue into Memorial Day; once again, some could be strong to severe. Otherwise, warm and muggy with highs in the 80s.

The pattern remains unsettled into next week, bringing isolated to scattered showers and storms each day.

Michael Haynes

Weekend Steam; Memorial Day Storms

A hot and steamy Memorial Day Weekend... Humidity is increasing as the warming trend continues. Highs soar to near 90 Saturday and Sunday, and when combined with the humidity, it will feel like middle to upper 90s both afternoons.

For Saturday, a mix of sun and clouds along with the possibility for a brief passing storm.

Storms increase in North Mississippi during the day Sunday, then will move into Central and South Mississippi Sunday evening into Memorial Day, leading to periods of rain and storms. We are not expecting a Memorial Day washout, but be prepared for delays if you have outdoor activities. And please remember, if you can hear thunder, lightning is close enough to strike, whether it's raining at your location or not.

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Michael Haynes

Pleasant Evening; Steamy Weekend

A beautiful May afternoon featuring lots of sunshine and low humidity!... Dry tonight, although humidity levels will begin increasing. For Friday, mostly clear, warmer, and more humid with highs in the upper 80s.

Hot and steamy this weekend as highs soar into the upper 80s and low 90s. A few isolated storms are possible Saturday, but nothing widespread. Storms increasing in coverage Sunday afternoon and evening. The pattern remains unsettled into the beginning of next week with periods of rain and storms.

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Michael Haynes

More Storms Tonight

Cloudy today with periods of drizzle and a few passing showers; thanks to the clouds, temperatures hold in the 70s. Yet another round of storms moves across the state late tonight and early Wednesday morning in advance of a cold front. The heavier rain/storms end well before sunrise, followed by some lingering showers into the afternoon.

Sunshine returns Thursday, then the heat and humidity return Friday into the weekend; highs soar into the upper 80s and low 90s. A few isolated showers or storms are possible Saturday, then a better chance for storms on Sunday.

Be sure to join us this evening and tonight on WLBT for the latest updates! You can also find me on social media: Facebook and Twitter

Michael Haynes

Heavy Rain, Flash Flooding Possible

Flash Food Watch for South Mississippi...

Rain is increasing again this afternoon into tonight, becoming heavy at times with the potential for flash flooding. On average, we're expecting 1 to 3 inches with the potential for higher amounts through Tuesday morning; some areas along the U.S. Highway 84 corridor could receive up to 4 inches.

Much improving weather for the second half of this week; sunshine returns Thursday, followed by another hot and steamy weekend. 

Michael Haynes

Heavy Downpours To Start New Work Week

FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FOR AREAS ALONG AND SOUTH OF I-20 THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING.
TONIGHT: Most of the heaviest activity has come to an end – we'll keep the mention of  a few scattered showers and storms through tonight with lows in the middle 60s.   
MONDAY-TUESDAY: The frontal boundary bringing showers and storms to the region this weekend will stall across the Pine Belt. This, with a continued flow of moisture into the area, will focus periods of showers and storms these days. Flooding is a concern, especially south of I-20, during this time frame. Severe weather threat looks to be low, but strong winds can't be ruled out.  

MID-LATE WEEK: The front will begin to fizzle out through Wednesday as the upper energy swings over the area – this will keep us unsettled into Wednesday with some sun mixing with clouds and cooler air – highs in the 70s. Temperatures will gradually warm up as sunshine returns under a new high pressure ridge by the end of the week. A new front will begin to drop into the region by the Memorial Day holiday weekend, bringing a heightened chance for rain by late Saturday into Sunday.   
Patrick Ellis 
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist 
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More Storms

Another round of storms is moving through early this morning, mainly south of I-20. The severe risk is minimal, but we can't rule out gusty wind and large hail that could prompt a few thunderstorm warnings. Otherwise, any storm that passes will be capable of producing heavy rain and frequent lightning. Storms redevelop this afternoon and evening; once again, gusty wind, hail, heavy downpours, and frequent lightning are all possible.

The pattern remains unsettled through midweek, meaning additional showers and storms, followed by dry weather for the end of this week.

Michael Haynes

 

Weekend Storms

Scattered storms develop this morning into to the afternoon. The overall severe threat is low, but some storms will have the potential to produce gusty wind, hail, and heavy downpours. Otherwise, mostly cloudy and muggy with highs in near 80. Storms end from west to east during the day Sunday with highs in the low to middle 80s under an mostly cloudy sky.

Turning a bit cooler and less humid next week; highs dip into the 70s to low 80s with the low in the 50s and 60s.

Michael Haynes