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The winter storm outlook has been updated (Thursday, December 8th)
I will likely have to update the outlook on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
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December 8, 2016
Thursday Night: Mostly clear and cold. A few clouds northwest KY and SE IL. Snow flurries possible. Coldest temperatures of the season, thus far.
What impact is expected? Cold. Low wind chill values possible. Flurries.
My confidence in this part of the forecast verifying: High. This forecast should verify.
Temperatures: Lows in the 16-22 degree range.
Wind Chill: 12-22 degree range
Winds: Northwest at 6-12 early and then 0-4 mph late
What is the chance for precipitation? MO ~ 0%. IL ~ 20%. KY ~ 20% . TN ~ 0%
Coverage of precipitation: Isolated
Will there be a chance for frozen precipitation? Flurries possible
Is severe weather expected? No
Should I cancel my outdoor plans? No, but it will be cold
Sunset will be at 4:37 p.m.
Moonrise will be at 1:06 p.m. and moonset will be at 12:31 a.m. Waxing Gibbous
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December 9, 2016
Friday: A few morning clouds. Especially far eastern counties. Flurries possible SE IL/NW KY. Mostly sunny and cold, otherwise.
What impact is expected? Cold start to the day Flurries for eastern counties.
My confidence in this part of the forecast verifying: High. This forecast should verify.
Temperatures: High temperatures in the 26-34 degree range
Wind Chill: 24-28 degrees
Winds: West and northwest becoming southwest at 5-10 mph
What is the chance for precipitation? MO ~ 0%. IL ~ 0%. KY ~ 0% . TN ~ 0%
Coverage of precipitation? Isolated
Will there be a chance for frozen precipitation? No
Is severe weather expected? No
Should I cancel my outdoor plans? No, but it will be cold.
Sunrise will be at 6:57 a.m. and sunset will be at 4:37 p.m.
UV Index: 1-2
Moonrise will be at 1:44 p.m. and moonset will be at 1:38 a.m. Waxing Gibbous
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Friday Night: Mostly clear and cold. Perhaps some late night high clouds.
What impact is expected? None anticipated, at this time
My confidence in this part of the forecast verifying: Medium. Some adjustments are possible.
Temperatures: Lows in the 16-20 degree range.
Wind Chill: 14-16 degrees
Winds: Variable at 5-10 early and then 2-6 mph late
What is the chance for precipitation? MO ~ 0%. IL ~ 0%. KY ~ 0% . TN ~ 0%
Coverage of precipitation: None
Will there be a chance for frozen precipitation? No
Is severe weather expected? No
Should I cancel my outdoor plans? No, but it will be cold.
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LOW confidence on the weekend forecast. Changeable forecasts are possible. Check back frequently for updates. Monitor the Twitter feed and the Facebook page. I am sure there will be forecast adjustments moving forward.
December 10, 2016
Saturday: Partly cloudy during the morning. Increasing clouds through the afternoon. Saturday will likely remain dry. I can’t completely (yet) rule out some precipitation developing, but confidence is not all that great. We may remain dry into Sunday morning. Low confidence.
What impact is expected? Most likely dry. Monitor updates.
My confidence in this part of the forecast verifying: Low to Medium. Some adjustments are possible.
Temperatures: High temperatures in the 38-42 degree range.
Wind Chill: 30-35
Winds: South and southeast at 5-10 mph
What is the chance for precipitation? MO ~ 30%. IL ~ 20%. KY ~ 20% . TN ~ 20%
Coverage of precipitation? Perhaps isolated (if any at all)
Will there be a chance for frozen precipitation? Perhaps. I will be closely monitoring a new storm system moving into the region from the southwest.
Is severe weather expected? No
Should I cancel my outdoor plans? No, but monitor updates.
Sunrise will be at 6:58 a.m. and sunset will be at 4:37 p.m.
UV Index: 0-3
Moonrise will be at 2:23 p.m. and moonset will be at 2:45 a.m. Waxing Gibbous
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Saturday Night: Cloudy. Rain or a mixture of rain/freezing rain/sleet and snow may develop from southwest to northeast into our region. At first, the best chances would be over southeast Missouri. Some guidance keeps us dry Saturday night. Obviously, questions remain on timing. I realize this is in the short term. Accurate winter weather forecasts usually are issued within 24 hours of an event. I will be monitoring all available data. Monitor updates.
What impact is expected? Perhaps some slick roadways. Monitor updates. LOT of questions on this event.
My confidence in this part of the forecast verifying: Medium. Some adjustments are possible.
Temperatures: Lows in the 28-34 degree range.
Wind Chill:
Winds: South and southwest at 6-12 mph
What is the chance for precipitation? MO ~ 40%. IL ~ 40%. KY ~ 30% . TN ~ 30%
Coverage of precipitation: Monitor updates.
Will there be a chance for frozen precipitation? Possible
Is severe weather expected? No
Should I cancel my outdoor plans? Monitor updates
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December 11, 2016
Sunday: Cloudy. Morning rain/freezing rain/snow/wintry mix possible. Whatever precipitation develops will turn to all rain as temperatures rise. Temperatures rising above freezing. If frozen precipitation occurs then it should change to all rain during the morning hours. As always, monitor updates
What impact is expected? Monitor updates
My confidence in this part of the forecast verifying: Medium. Some adjustments are possible.
Temperatures: High temperatures in the 38-46 degree range.
Wind Chill:
Winds: Southwest at 5-10 mph. Winds may gust above 15 mph. Winds may become variable in direction.
What is the chance for precipitation? MO ~ 70%. IL ~ 70%. KY ~ 70% . TN ~ 70%
Coverage of precipitation? Scattered and becoming widespread
Will there be a chance for frozen precipitation? Monitor updates
Is severe weather expected? No
Should I cancel my outdoor plans? Monitor updates. Precipitation is certainly possible.
Sunrise will be at 6:58 a.m. and sunset will be at 4:38 p.m.
UV Index: 0-1
Moonrise will be at 3:07 p.m. and moonset will be at 3:55 a.m. Waxing Gibbous
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Sunday Night: Cloudy. Rain likely. Chilly.
What impact is expected? Monitor updates.
My confidence in this part of the forecast verifying: Medium. Some adjustments are possible.
Temperatures: Lows in the 35-40 degree range.
Wind Chill:
Winds: Variable at 4-8 mph
What is the chance for precipitation? MO ~ 70%. IL ~ 70%. KY ~ 70% . TN ~ 70%
Coverage of precipitation: Perhaps widespread
Will there be a chance for frozen precipitation? Monitor updates.
Is severe weather expected? No
Should I cancel my outdoor plans? Monitor updates.
Monday will deliver a cold front with rain ending. I will have a longer forecast tomorrow afternoon.
Closely monitoring Tuesday into Thursday for more cold air and possible snow.
I am prepping for my community presentation tonight. I will have a bigger update Friday afternoon/evening.
More information on the UV index. Click here
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An explanation of what is happening in the atmosphere over the coming day
- Winter storm outlook has been updated
- Bitterly cold Friday morning
- Active system this weekend
- Frequent cold snaps over the coming weeks
- Will it snow?
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Weather synopsis:
Key items to remember:
A. Below normal temperatures ahead
B. Changeable forecasts are likely. That means to check back for updates on a regular basis.
Shorter update today. I have to prepare for my speaking engagement tonight in Paducah, Kentucky.
Thursday night through Friday night:
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Shorter update today. I have the speaking engagement tonight at the library in Paducah, Kentucky. Everyone is welcome to attend at 7 pm. The upstairs area. We will be giving away two weather radios, as well.
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New update has been posted (as of Thursday, December 9th)
You can view the forecast by following these instructions. Remember, the winter storm outlook is behind the paywall. It is $3 a month. A typical months worth of expenses is $700.00 or more. This helps offset the costs.
Posts are updated more often when necessary.
To sign up for the text messages you can visit www.beaudodsonweather.com
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How much rain is expected over the coming days?
Precipitation is possible Saturday into Monday. Monitor updates..
This image is the official NOAA/WPC rainfall forecast graphic.
These are precipitation totals from Saturday through Monday
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Temperature Outlook
Friday morning low temperatures
Temperatures will likely bottom out in the 14 to 18 degree range. Model guidance is struggling with how to handle the shallow cold air.
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Friday afternoon temperatures at 4 pm
Lower than normal confidence on the temperatures for the weekend
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Saturday morning low temperatures. Temperatures might end up in the teens. Model guidance is struggling with how to handle the shallow cold air.
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Saturday afternoon high temperatures
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Sunday morning temperatures
Lower than normal confidence on the temperatures for the weekend
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Sunday afternoon temperatures
Lower than normal confidence on the temperatures for the weekend
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Regional Radar
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We have regional radars and local city radars – if a radar does not seem to be updating then try another one. Occasional browsers need their cache cleared. You may also try restarting your browser. That usually fixes the problem. Occasionally we do have a radar go down. That is why I have duplicates. Thus, if one fails then try another one.
If you have any problems then please send me an email beaudodson@usawx.com
WEATHER RADAR PAGE – Click here —
We also have a new national interactive radar – you can view that radar by clicking here.
Local interactive city radars include St Louis, Mt Vernon, Evansville, Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau, Marion, Paducah, Hopkinsville, Memphis, Nashville, Dyersburg, and all of eastern Kentucky – these are interactive radars. Local city radars – click here
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Live Lightning Data – zoom and pan: Click here
Live Lightning Data with sound (click the sound button on the left side of the page): Click here
Can we expect severe thunderstorms over the next 24 to 48 hours? Remember that a severe thunderstorm is defined as a thunderstorm that produces 58 mph winds or higher, quarter size hail or larger, and/or a tornado.
Thursday night through next Tuesday morning: Severe weather is not anticipated.
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I am closely monitoring the Saturday and Sunday forecast. Adjustments are likely.
Bitterly cold air on Friday and Saturday. Teens for overnight lows on Friday morning and Saturday morning.
Weekend storm system will need to be closely monitored. Wintry mix can’t be ruled out. Confidence is rising that there will be a precipitation event. See the latest winter weather outlook on the www.weathertalk.com website for details.
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The latest 8-14 day temperature and precipitation outlook. Note the dates are at the top of the image. These maps DO NOT tell you how high or low temperatures or precipitation will be. They simply give you the probability as to whether temperatures or precipitation will be above or below normal.
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Here are the current river stage forecasts. You can click your state and then the dot for your location. It will bring up the full forecast and hydrograph.
Who do you trust for your weather information and who holds them accountable?
I have studied weather in our region since the late 1970’s. I have 38 years of experience in observing our regions weather patterns. I hold a Bachelor’s of Science in Geo-sciences with a concentration in Broadcast Meteorology. I graduated from Mississippi State University.
My resume includes:
Member of the American Meteorological Society.
NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador.
Meteorologist for McCracken County Rescue Squad. I served from 2005 through 2015
Meteorologist for the McCracken County Rescue Squad 2015-current
I own and operate the Southern Illinois Weather Observatory.
Recipient of the Mark Trail Award, WPSD Six Who Make A Difference Award, Kentucky Colonel, and the Caesar J. Fiamma” Award from the American Red Cross.
In 2009 I was presented with the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety Award.
Recognized by the Kentucky House of Representatives for my service to the State of Kentucky leading up to several winter storms and severe weather outbreaks.
I am also President of the Shadow Angel Foundation which serves portions of western Kentucky and southern Illinois.
There is a lot of noise on the internet. A lot of weather maps are posted without explanation. Over time you should learn who to trust for your weather information.
My forecast philosophy is simple and straight forward.
- Communicate in simple terms
- To be as accurate as possible within a reasonable time frame before an event
- Interact with you on Twitter, Facebook, and the blog
- Minimize the “hype” that you might see on television or through other weather sources
- Push you towards utilizing wall-to-wall LOCAL TV coverage during severe weather events
I am a recipient of the Mark Trail Award, WPSD Six Who Make A Difference Award, Kentucky Colonel, and the Caesar J. Fiamma” Award from the American Red Cross. In 2009 I was presented with the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety Award. I was recognized by the Kentucky House of Representatives for my service to the State of Kentucky leading up to several winter storms and severe weather outbreaks.
If you click on the image below you can read the Kentucky House of Representatives Resolution.
Many of my graphics are from www.weatherbell.com – a great resource for weather data, model data, and more
You can sign up for my AWARE email by clicking here I typically send out AWARE emails before severe weather, winter storms, or other active weather situations. I do not email watches or warnings. The emails are a basic “heads up” concerning incoming weather conditions.
