First Alert Weather: Thunderstorms Expected Tuesday Evening

Current Weather Conditions

• ☀️ The day starts steamy with temperatures in the low 80s, feeling close to 90° due to high dew points in the mid to upper 70s.
• 💧 Extra hydration is recommended due to the warm and humid conditions.

Approaching Cold Front and Storms

• 💨 A cold front is moving in, which will eventually bring cooler temperatures, but it has low momentum, meaning the change will be slow.
• 🌧️ Rain chances will increase this afternoon and are expected to continue through tomorrow morning's commute, possibly into midday tomorrow.
• ⚡ By 1:30-2:00 PM, pulse storms are expected to erupt due to a ready atmosphere, with coverage growing by 5:00-6:00 PM, impacting the evening commute.

Severe Weather Threats

• ⚠️ A Level 2 severe risk is in place, with damaging winds being the main concern.
• 🚨 A severe watch may be issued, and cut-ins will be provided throughout the afternoon.
• 🌊 Heavy rain could lead to localized flooding, especially in areas that received significant rain yesterday, due to poor drainage.

Forecast for Tomorrow and Beyond

• ☔ Showers are expected to continue into the morning commute tomorrow, with clouds gradually clearing by tomorrow afternoon and evening.
• 🗓️ Thursday is expected to be brighter with a front in the afternoon that could bring more thunderstorms.
• 🎆 The Fourth of July weekend is forecast to be fantastic with temperatures in the low 80s and lower humidity.