First Alert Weather: Lingering Showers and Improving Conditions

Today's Gloomy Start and Welcome Rain

• 🌧️ Despite a gloomy start, the persistent drought conditions make any rain welcome, with some areas receiving close to an inch and a quarter.
• 💧 Residents in New Milford and Northport saw significant rainfall, contributing to alleviating the rain deficit.

Clearing Skies and Calm Conditions

• ☀️ The clouds are expected to clear, leading to sunnier weather for tomorrow and the rest of the week.
• 💨 Winds are pivoting, which will bring in drier air, transitioning from a humid feel to a crisp atmosphere.

Upcoming System and March Weather

• ⚠️ A new system is anticipated to roll in on Thursday into Friday, potentially bringing more rain.
• ⚡ The current system, which caused tornadoes in the Midwest and South, is thankfully not bringing that level of severity here, with high pressure expected to push the mess offshore.
• 🗓️ March has been relatively inactive, with only one other day of significant rain, making the current rainfall notable.

Pollen Report and 7-Day Forecast

• 🤧 The tree pollen count remains high, which may be noticeable for those affected.
• 📈 The forecast predicts a couple of great days on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, with temperatures feeling cooler on Tuesday and Wednesday.
• 🌦️ Rain chances increase on Thursday, which will also bring down temperatures, with a noticeable change by Friday.