WEDNESDAY: Sunshine will prevail through mid-week with high pressure over the region. Expect temperatures to quickly rebound from the upper 40s and lower 50s in the morning to the 70s to lower 80s by the afternoon hours. Temperatures moderate - only dropping in the middle to upper 50s overnight – yet, still quite comfortable.
THURSDAY: Yet another day of sunshine and seasonable temperatures – as highs get into the upper 70s and lower 80s ahead of our next cold front slips into the region. The front will move through Thursday afternoon and evening, ushering in another cool down to head into the end of the work week. Expect lows to dip into the lower 50s under mainly clear skies.
EXTENDED FORECAST: In the wake of the second front – expect another blast of cooler air to sneak into the region. Highs Friday will only manage the upper 60s and lower 70s; dropping into the middle to upper 40s by early Saturday morning. The weekend will feature more sunshine as temperatures gradually moderate through the 70s both Saturday and Sunday. Another front is poised to move into the region late Sunday into Monday. This could spark a few showers as the front moves through. In the front’s wake – it'll push temperatures down a few notches Monday, rebounding quickly by Tuesday.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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September 2020
September 30, 2020
September 29, 2020
Fall Has Arrived In Mississippi
TUESDAY: Sunshine shine brightly through the rest of your Tuesday in the wake of morning cloudiness. Highs will manage the 70s amid a breezy north flow in the wake of the cold front. Skies will stay clear overnight in the upper 40s and lower 50s.
WEDNESDAY: Sunshine will prevail through mid-week with high pressure over the region. Expect temperatures to quickly rebound from the upper 40s and lower 50s in the morning to the middle and upper 70s by the afternoon hours. Temperatures will begin to moderate - only dropping in the middle to upper 50s overnight – still quite comfortable.
EXTENDED FORECAST: Temperatures will moderate through mid-week, back into the 70s to near 80 by Thursday. Yet another, mainly dry, cold front will sweep through late Thursday into Friday, taking highs back into the lower to middle 70s by the upcoming weekend – all amid sunny to mostly sunny skies. Overnight lows will be in the generally in 50s, cooler than average for early October.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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September 28, 2020
Strong Cold Front Landing In Mississippi Monday
MONDAY: A strong cold front is due into the region through the day – bringing chances for scattered showers and storms through the afternoon and evening hours. Expect highs in the 70s north and west; in the lower 80s south and east. Temperatures will dip into the 60s by the afternoon hours as the front moves through. Rain chances will continue through Monday night – tapering off by early Tuesday with lows in the 50s.
TUESDAY: Clouds may linger around to start the day – giving way to sunshine by the afternoon hours. Highs will only manage the upper 60s and lower 70s amid a breezy north flow in the wake of the cold front. Skies will stay clear overnight in the upper 40s and lower 50s.
EXTENDED FORECAST: Temperatures will moderate through mid-week, back into the 70s to near 80 by Thursday. Yet another, mainly dry, cold front will sweep through late Thursday into Friday, taking highs back into the lower to middle 70s by the upcoming weekend – all amid sunny to mostly sunny skies. Overnight lows will be in the generally in 50s, cooler than average for early October.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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September 25, 2020
Clouds; Few Sun Breaks Friday; Warmer Weekend Ahead
FRIDAY: Beta’s wake will keep clouds hanging around through much of your Friday. A few foggy banks will be possible early as well. Eventually, the clouds may give way to a few sun breaks during the afternoon hours. Expect highs to top out in the 70s to near 80. Skies will gradually clear into Friday night as lows drop into the lower to middle 60s.
WEEKEND PLANNER: High pressure will sneak into the region to get us into the upcoming weekend. A few foggy spots may greet you out the door early Saturday – generally, mostly to partly sunny skies with highs in the lower to middle 80s. A stray shower or storm may be possible Sunday, though most will remain dry with highs in the middle 80s. Lows both nights will drop into the middle 60s.
EXTENDED FORECAST: Several fronts will be on their way through central and southwest Mississippi into next week. The first front approaches Monday into Tuesday – which could bring a scattering of storms; a few of which could be strong. In the wake of the storms, cooler air will quickly fill in Tuesday with highs in the 70s. A brief rebound Wednesday into the upper 70s will give way to the second front that will usher in a substantial drop – into the lower 70s; lows in the upper 40s and lower 50s by the end of the week.
TROPICS: As of now, we don’t anticipate any tropical system to form in the Atlantic basin through the weekend. We’ll be keeping an eye on the western Caribbean toward the end of next week along with the ‘main development region’ near the Cabo Verde Islands for potential development.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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September 24, 2020
Beta Moves Away; Quieter Days Emerge
THURSDAY: Beta’s circulation will pass over the area, keeping heightened chances for showers and storms in the forecast through, at least, mid-day Thursday. Highs will try to rebound into the 70s through the day. Clouds may clear briefly for some tonight as the system moves farther east with lows in the lower to middle 60s.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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September 23, 2020
Rain, Storm Impacts Increase As Beta Nears
WEDNESDAY: As Beta turns up the Texas coast, the system will begin to bring more numerous rounds of rain and storms across the region through the day. Expect clouds, mild gusty breezes and pockets of heavy rain lifting over the region amid highs in the 70s. 1-3" of rain will be possible; locally heavier amounts of 4-5" can’t be ruled out. A risk for a spin-up tornado also can’t be ruled out, especially south of I-20 during the overnight into early Thursday morning as lows drop into the 60s.
THURSDAY: Beta’s circulation will pass over the area, keeping heightened chances for showers and storms in the forecast through, at least, Thursday afternoon. A risk for heavy rain and a spin-up tornado will last through mid-day. Even amid the storms, highs will still manage the 70s through the day. Clouds will slowly clear late as the system moves farther east with lows in the middle to upper 60s.
EXTENDED FORECAST: As Beta moves away from the area – our weather will quiet down into the upcoming and gradually turn warmer. A few showers and storms can’t be ruled out Friday through Sunday, but most will turn dry. Highs will be near 80 Friday, lower to middle 80s Saturday and Sunday. A front is poised to move through the area by late Tuesday, ushering a substantial cool down with highs in the Monday and Tuesday 80s, falling into the 70s by Wednesday.
TROPICS: Beta’s remnants continue to be the focus locally as periods of rain, gusty breezes and a risk for a spin-up tornado or two will be featured through today through Thursday for central and southwest Mississippi. Farther out in the Atlantic basin, Teddy will continue to a run toward the Canadian Maritimes bring big waves and strong winds to the Canadian Maritimes. And, a blast from hurricane’s past, Paulette’s remnant circulation reformed near the Azores and poses no threat to the US.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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September 22, 2020
Beta Rain Impacts Likely Mid-Week
TUESDAY: Beta made landfall near Port O’Connor, Texas late Monday night. The core of Beta will remain west of our area – though, being on the eastern side, keeps opportunities for rain, at times, in our forecast in central and southwest Mississippi. Expect highs in the 70s amid the clouds and mild east breezes. Opportunities for rain will begin increase for more areas through Tuesday night and into Wednesday as Beta makes a turn toward the northeast. Scattered showers continue with lows in the 60s.
WEDNESDAY: As Beta turns up the Texas coast, the system will begin to bring more numerous rounds of rain and storms across the region. Expect clouds, mild gusty breezes and pockets of heavy rain lifting over the region amid highs in the 70s. 1-2" of rain will be possible; locally heavier amounts can’t be ruled out.
EXTENDED FORECAST: Rain chances continue through Thursday as Beta’s core shifts farther east, into to our area. Expect periods of rain, gusty breezes and a risk for a spin-up tornado or two during this time. Beta’s circulation will trek farther north and away from the region through the weekend – though, lingering moisture may help to spark few showers. Highs will creep upward - into the lower to middle 80s; lows in the middle to upper 60s – typical of late September.
TROPICS: Beta will be the focus locally as periods of rain, gusty breezes and a risk for a spin-up tornado or two will be featured through mid-late week for central and southwest Mississippi. Farther out in the Atlantic basin, Hurricane Teddy will continue to a run toward the Canadian Maritimes by mid-week. With it, sloshing a lot of water toward the US and Canada east coast, causing surf issues and possible erosion. And, a blast from hurricane’s past, Paulette’s remnant circulation reformed near the Azores and poses no threat to the US.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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September 21, 2020
Beta Brings Waves Of Rain, Gusty Breezes This Week
MONDAY: A quiet start to your week across the region amid a cool, fall-like airmass. Expect clouds to reign supreme in the skies again across the area as Tropical Storm Beta moves farther west. Rain chances will be staggered; near zero, north/east of the Metro; 20-30% near I-20, 40-50% south/west of the Metro. Expect highs in the 70s for most amid a mild easterly breeze. We’ll see temperatures drop into the 60s by early Tuesday.
TUESDAY: The core of Beta will remain to our west during the day; keeping opportunities for rain, at times, in our forecast in central and southwest Mississippi. Expect highs in the 70s amid the clouds and mild east breezes. Opportunities for rain will begin increase for more areas through Tuesday night and into Wednesday as Beta makes a turn toward the northeast.
EXTENDED FORECAST: Rain chances will increase through Wednesday and Thursday as Beta’s core shifts farther east, closer to our area. Expect periods of rain, gusty breezes and a risk for a spin-up tornado or two during this time. Beta’s circulation will trek farther north and away from the region through the weekend – though, lingering moisture may help to spark few showers. Highs will creep upward - into the lower to middle 80s; lows in the middle to upper 60s – typical of late September.
TROPICS: Beta will be the focus locally as periods of rain, gusty breezes and a risk for a spin-up tornado or two will be featured through mid-late week for central and southwest Mississippi. Farther out in the Atlantic basin, TD Wilfred will continue to flail, well east of the Windward Island, posing no threat and will likely be gone by mid-week. Hurricane Teddy will make a close pass to Bermuda today – on its way to the Canadian Maritimes by mid-week. With it, sloshing a lot of water toward the US and Canada east coast, causing surf issues and possible erosion.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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September 18, 2020
Milder Behind Cold Front This Weekend; Watching TD #22
FRIDAY: A front will begin to trek through the region in Sally’s wake; moisture may be trapped, keeping clouds in the skies through the day. Expect a mostly to variably cloudy sky with highs in the lower to middle 80s. A strong area of high pressure will nudge down and usher in a push of cooler and drier air for the weekend. Lows will dip into the lower 60s by early Saturday.
WEEKEND PLANNER: In the wake of the front, our weather will turn quiet through the weekend with sunshine mixing with clouds with a strong ridge of high pressure sinking southward over the region. Highs will top out in the upper 70s and lower 80s; overnight lows dropping into the upper 50s and lower 60s. A shower or two is possible Saturday and Sunday afternoons near the MS/LA borderbelt.
EXTENDED FORECAST: High pressure will tend to hold itself over the region into the start of next week, keeping the pattern quiet. Though, eyes will need to be kept on Tropical Depression 22 and it’s ultimate path. As the high pressure area begins to fade, the system may catch as ride eastward as a new upper trough dips southward. This could have an influence in our local forecast in the extended range, but for now, we’ll keep clouds and an opportunity for a few showers in the extended forecast with highs near 80, lows near 60.
TROPICS: Out in the southwest Gulf, TD #22 formed Thursday evening. Most indications have it remaining south of our area into early next week - spreading periods of rain and wind along the south Texas coast. It will need to be monitored in the extended range as there is a level of uncertainty in its future path. Farther out, Hurricane Teddy, now a major hurricane, is churning NE, eventually nearing Bermuda by next week, possibly Nova Scotia by mid-next week. Paulette may reform into a tropical entity after losing those characteristics Wednesday. TS Wilfred has formed as well in the ‘main development region', trekking westward in Teddy’s wake. Subtropical Storm Alpha has formed near the Portuguese coastline, pushing onshore later today.
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September 17, 2020
Sally Exits; Front Moving In - Watching SW Gulf
THURSDAY: As Sally sluggishly treks northeastward – in its wake, a front will begin to slip southward across our area. With that, expect a mix of clouds and sun with highs in the 80s with continued gusty breezes in the 20-30 mph range. A shower or two can’t be ruled out, though most will remain dry. Clouds will build in during the day, and stick around overnight with lows in the 60s to near 70.
FRIDAY: A front will begin to trek through the region in Sally’s wake; moisture may be trapped, keeping clouds in the skies through the day. Expect a mostly to variably cloudy sky with highs in the lower to middle 80s. A strong area of high pressure will nudge down and usher in a push of cooler and drier air for the weekend. Lows will dip into the lower 60s by early Saturday.
EXTENDED FORECAST: In the wake of the front, high pressure will usher in a drop in humidity and drop in temperatures. Expect highs in the lower to middle 80s; morning lows dipping into the upper 50s and lower 60s Sunday morning through next Tuesday.
TROPICS: Sally will continue to provide heavy rain and flooding potential through Georgia and the Carolinas through Friday before exiting off the coastline. Out in the southwest Gulf, a broad area of low pressure may have a chance to develop into a tropical system. Most indications have it remaining south of our area into next week, but it will need to be monitored. Farther out, Hurricane Teddy is expected to become a major hurricane, eventually nearing Bermuda next week. Paulette may reform into a tropical entity after losing those characteristics Wednesday. Vicky will likely fizzle out through late week – though several waves have the potential to develop through next week as the 2020 Atlantic Season continues to be extremely active.
Patrick Ellis
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist
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