Twin States Weather Blog

Whoops...

* Today (and this entire week, really) is a great example of how weather has a mind of its own. There are a few arrogant people in this field - and that's something I really can't understand...Forecasting the weather is a very humbling experience. Our forecast from last night for today was for temperatures in the lower 60's. But, the stationary front lifted north, and for several hours this afternoon, we were in the 70's! In fact, our high temperature today was a balmy 76 - a miss of 13 degrees.

* The tough forecasting isn't over yet. The front remains draped across our area, and forecasting high temperatures will be a nightmare. Areas north of the front will likely stay in the lower 60's, while south of the front will see readings approaching 70! Our forecast high is 63, but this is an average...Some places will be much cooler north of the front, while south of the front will likely be in the middle 60's.

* The subtropical jet moving overhead only complicates things even more. This moisture tap will remain, and tiny ripples within the jet will be enough to kick off showers and perhaps a thunderstorm. Timing these ripples is almost impossible, but for now we'll go with mostly dry weather for tomorrow and Friday, with a period of rain likely Saturday morning. But, keep in mind that this is quite subject to change.

posted by WTOK Weather Staff @ 9:55 PM