Monday, August 5, 2013

Wet Week Ahead? (Aug 5-12)

A change in the weather pattern is in store for the region this week. A persistent northwest flow has dominated most of our summer, but the atmospheric pattern will change to a more zonal flow (w to e) this week.

A large fetch of moisture is forecast to impact the region by the middle of the week. Depending on the front's position, periods of heavy rain could set up for some. Widespread 2-3" amounts are expected this week.

A caveat is in the front's position. While the WPC paints widespread amounts, it must be understood that the potential exists for these amounts if any disturbances interact with the slow-moving or stalled front and its favored location.

Heaviest rains at this time appear to reside south of the Louisville area. However, until a better understanding about where the front will be located the next few days, it's more of a guess than a forecast.

If heavy rains do materialize, some areas in our region will have to worry about flooding concerns.

MS

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