Rain and storms are expected tomorrow, and some storms in the afternoon may cause damage.
There is still some uncertainty about how powerful these storms will be, but let us examine the potential, and I will discuss when and where storms are most likely.
SETUP: A cold front will move through on Monday. This front serves as the catalyst for storm development.
While the front will bring a strong chance of storms, temperatures are not expected to drop significantly by Tuesday. The 70s are expected on Monday and Tuesday, with the 80s returning midweek!
SEVERE POTENTIAL: Storms on Monday may become strong or severe. It is critical to be weather-aware starting around noon in our western communities and ending around 6 p.m. in our eastern communities.
The best chances for severe storms are to the east and south of Cleveland. The Storm Prediction Center highlighted this area in yellow.
This is a 2 out of 5 rating, which means that while severe storms are possible, they are unlikely to be widespread and will vary in intensity. The area in green has a threat level of 1 out of 5, indicating that the threat is increasing farther east.
Tomorrow afternoon, all hazards will be possible, with damaging wind gusts being the most concerning, but we will also be on the lookout for storms that produce frequent lightning, large hail, heavy rain that could cause flooding, and isolated tornados.
TIMING: A few showers are expected on Monday morning before the main line of storms arrives in the afternoon.
These showers will influence how strong storms can become on Monday afternoon.
If the rain is more widespread and lasts longer, with a lot of clouds, the severe threat is significantly reduced.
And vice versa: if there are only a few showers and more sunshine, the threat increases. We will be monitoring conditions throughout the morning and afternoon.
Anything strong or severe is likely to occur between noon and 7 p.m. I could narrow that window even further to around 3 to 6 p.m. for the best chance of severe storms.
Scroll through Futurecast’s images to get an idea of storm timing and coverage.
The Power of 5 Weather Team will keep a close eye on the storms tomorrow.
Make sure you have a plan in place to seek shelter if necessary.
If and when storms become severe, we will notify you in a variety of ways, including on the air and online. Have nire.
