Charlotte Braces for Rain as Tropical Disturbance Churns in the Gulf
Hey there, Charlotte! If you’ve been enjoying the dry weather, you might want to grab your umbrella soon because it looks like rain could be on the horizon. A tropical disturbance is making its way across the Gulf of Mexico this week, and it’s likely to shake things up a bit around here by Friday or Saturday. Exciting, right?
What to Expect This Week
Meteorologist Jake Wimberley from the National Weather Service’s (NWS) Greer office mentioned that weather models are coming together to show a stronger possibility of rain for Charlotte towards the end of the workweek. Although we won’t have a precise idea of just how much rain to expect until Monday, the forecast is looking increasingly promising for precipitation.
The tropical disturbance has been given a 60% chance of developing into a tropical depression as it moves northward through the Gulf, and that likelihood has jumped to an even more promising 70% as of late Saturday evening. This means that by the end of the week, Charlotte might end up getting more moisture if this system teams up with a wet weather system coming from the Midwest!
Understanding Tropical Systems
Now, you might be wondering what a tropical depression actually means for us. These systems can feature winds of up to 38 mph, which sounds pretty wild! However, it’s important to note that no significant winds are expected with this system, according to Wimberley. Instead, the primary concern is heavy rainfall, especially in Central America, as the disturbance makes its way north. It’s a classic case of keeping an eye on nature!
Interestingly, there’s also a tropical wave that’s expected to move off the African coast very soon. This wave could turn into another tropical depression in the eastern or central tropical Atlantic. It’s fascinating how many elements are at play in the atmosphere right now!
Charlotte’s Temperature and Rain Chances
You know what else is interesting? Fall officially starts on Sunday, but it doesn’t seem like the weather will catch up to the season quite yet. The NWS forecasts a high of 88 degrees for Sunday, followed by slightly cooler temperatures throughout the week, dipping to the low 80s and even reaching 76 degrees by Friday. This means we still have some summer vibes hanging around before the true fall weather kicks in.
As for rain, the chances are hovering around a slim 30% during the week, but that could certainly change depending on how the tropical disturbance evolves. Make sure to keep an eye out for updates as the week progresses!
A Seasonal Reminder
While it may seem like there’s a bit of chaos in the tropics, let’s not forget that this year has seen only 7 named tropical cyclones in the Atlantic, yet surprisingly, 6 of them made landfall! It goes to show how unpredictable and dynamic our weather can be. There’s still potential for another landfalling system next week, which could add more exciting developments to our weather story. So, stay tuned for more updates, and keep that umbrella ready just in case!
Charlotte, let’s enjoy these last bits of summer while keeping a watchful eye on the skies! Rain or shine, we’re in for an interesting week!
