The big storm system that is slowly heading our way is going to impact our weather quite a bit in the near future. There are two distinct sides to the storm that will cause widely different conditions.
On Thursday, we are set to sit on the front side of this system with highs staying mild in the 60s. Typically, the heaviest precipitation falls on the leading edge of an area of low pressure, because that is where the strongest forcing or lift lies. Rainfall totals could average about half an inch of liquid as showers and storms get going by sunrise tomorrow. A dry slot or dry punch of air should squeeze in by Thursday evening, causing our skies to turn tranquil... temporarily.
On Friday, we are set to sit on the back side of this system where highs plummet into the 40s. The precipitation moving through during this timeframe will be much weaker as the energy is lacking while a strong low is departing. Unfortunately, this is also where the cooler air mixes into the region and the atmosphere could be cold enough to support a few snowflakes in addition to some raindrops. At this point, I expect precipitation amounts to stay below a tenth of an inch on Friday and Saturday. Rather than calling for rain and snow, I am merely mentioning on-air the possibility of sprinkles and flurries to help describe the light aspect of this precipitation. -ADAM
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