Severe weather potential drops, but storm chances linger

Monday's Potential:

As we look ahead to later today, we're continuing to monitor the potential for strong to severe storms. That said, rain expected during the late morning and early afternoon hours may limit how much  the atmosphere can rebound or recharge. Because of this, the Storm Prediction Center has pushed the level 3 enhanced risk farther south, leaving the area under a level 2 slight risk for severe weather.  

It's south of the warm front where the atmosphere will be very favorable for all severe hazards. Locally, we'll be watching how things evolve. IF this morning's rain and thunderstorms end up working the atmosphere over too much, our severe threat could be further reduced as we head into the evening. That said, a few thunderstorms will still be possible into early tonight as a cold front sweeps through the area. 

  

Rainfall-wise, most spots could wind up with .25" to .75", with isolated totals up to 1". Cloud cover should stick around into Tuesday morning, then clear out some as we head into the afternoon. Highs will be limited to the low 60s as winds will remain breezy but cooler out of the west-northwest. 

    

Trending Cooler:

With the cold front coming through, temperatures will trend cooler for the end of April. Normally, we are in the low to mid 60s. With troughing occurring in the upper-levels and northwest flow present at the surface, expect afternoon highs to drop into the upper 50s Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. This runs 5° to as much as 10° below average.