Monday, March 31, 2014
Today's Worst Weather for March 31,2014 from accuweather.com
Big Rat Lake,Minnesota: Blizzard Conditions
Rain, Storms to Return to California
By Brian Lada, Meteorologist
March 31,2014; 8:04PM,EDT
Much-needed rain looks to make a return to California during the first half of this week, but this rain will not return alone.
Strong thunderstorms will accompany the rain over central California on Tuesday, affected cities such as San Francisco, Oakland, Sacramento, Fresno, Redding, Santa Rosa and San Jose.
Those in the path of these storms could experience travel delays, especially those at the airport as poor weather conditions could lead to flight delays.
Folks headed out to the ballpark in Oakland to watch the Athletics host the Indians on Tuesday evening might want to wear the proper attire with rain in the forecast. The same can be said for those headed to the Angels game in Los Angeles.
Thunderstorms that develop over this area on Tuesday will be capable of producing hail and damaging wind gusts past 60 mph. A few short-lived tornadoes cannot be ruled out either.
Another danger that these storms brings is the risk of flash flooding.
The current drought has left the ground across the state starved of moisture, making it easier for heavy rain to quickly flow over the land and into nearby streams and rivers rather than being absorbed into the soil.
Although the brunt of the storm will focus on central parts of the state, some rain showers will still manage to make their way into Southern California.
While rainfall might not be as heavy as it is with storms to the north, the lighter precipitation over Southern California will make it easier for the ground to absorb the rainwater.
RELATED:
El Nino May Bring Beneficial Rain to California
Ken Clark's Western Weather Blog
Severe Weather Center
Snow is also forecast to fall over the higher elevations, such as the Sierras.
This will add to the well below-normal snowpack that is crucial during the summer months.
As the snow melts heading into the warmer summer months, it feeds fresh water into streams and rivers, which in turn helps to fill water reservoirs farther downstream.
Showers and thunderstorms will shift over Southern California for Wednesday while the rest of the state dries out; although none of these thunderstorms are expected to produce severe weather.
Beyond this, the only chance for rain through the rest of the week will come to the northern coast of California as another system affects the West Coast.
On Social Media
CyG_US_CA
CyG_US_CA
Rain, Storms to Return to California #NewsAd link CyG-NewsAgent.net/NewsAd.php?url…
Eric Svensk
SvenskEric
WHAT A STRANGE WEATHER DAY IN MINNESOTA WINTER STORMS NORTH AND THEN SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS IN THE SOUTH AND RAIN IN THE METRO!
6hApril to Bring Showers to Detroit
By Kristen Rodman, AccuWeather.com Staff Writer
March 31,2014; 8:03PM,EDT
The month of April will bring plenty of clouds and showers to the city of Detroit this week.
The first day of April will kickoff with the highest temperature of the week in the mid-50s. However, morning showers and breezy winds throughout the day may make it feel a little chillier in the city.
Mostly cloudy skies will remain through Saturday with chances for rain nearly everyday.
By midweek, temperatures will begin to drop back into the 40s, hovering around the low 40s by Friday.
RELATED:
Detailed Detroit Forecast
Detroit Interactive Weather Radar
Forecast Temperature Maps
Overnight temperatures for the entirety of the week will remain at or around the freezing mark.
By Saturday, things will begin to warm up again, as temperatures reach the 50s by Sunday, accompanied by some sunny skies.
However, the sunshine will not last as the city's next chance for showers and clouds will come again on Monday.
On Social Media
Minneapolis: Near-Normal Temperatures to Return for April
By Kristen Rodman, AccuWeather.com Staff Writer
March 31,2014; 8:00PM,EDT
The start of April will mark more normal temperatures for Minneapolis, providing a relief from the lasting impacts of winter.
While temperatures on April Fool's Day will still hover near the freezing mark, beginning Wednesday temperatures will rise to near average for this time of year.
RELATED:
Forecast High Temperatures for US
AccuWeather Severe Weather Center
Detailed Minneapolis Weather
By midweek, temperatures will reach into the 40s, closer to the city's average temperature of 49 F. Temperatures will remain in the 40s through Saturday.
Cloudy skies will also be present in the area through Friday, but skies will clear and the sun will return right in time for the weekend on both Saturday and Sunday.
Despite milder weather for Minneapolis, overnight temperatures will remain at or below the freezing mark for the entirety of the week.
Rain showers are possible on Thursday and Friday, and some snow flurries may even make another appearance in the city on Friday.
On Social Media
WeatherWhys for March 31,2014 from accuweather.com
Severe thunderstorms become increasingly common during the month of
April as dramatic warming takes place. The dry season begins in
California, while an active storm track across the North keeps the
region rather windy.
Cleveland: April to Kick Off With Plenty of Rain
By Kristen Rodman, AccuWeather.com Staff Writer
March 31,2014; 8:00PM,EDT
The new month will begin with plenty of clouds and rain showers in the Cleveland area this week.
Rain showers are in the forecast nearly everyday for the first week of April, accompanied by mostly cloudy skies and even some breezy winds on occasion.
RELATED:
Detailed Cleveland Weather
AccuWeather Severe Weather Center
Northeast Regional Weather Radar
Despite the rain, temperatures will be more mild this week with the highest temperature of the week on April Fool's Day, or April 1, 2014. Temperatures on the first day of April will reach into the 60s.
Through Thursday, temperatures will hover in the upper 40s until Friday when temperatures hit the 50 F mark. Weekend temperatures will also remain in the 50s.
Despite the milder weather, overnight temperatures through the week will remain near the freezing mark.
By the end of the weekend, skies will clear on Sunday, and the sunshine will return for just the day.
Looking ahead to next week, rain will return to the city on Monday.
On Social Media
AccuWeather.com
accuweather
End of snowiest March in history for Gardiner, ME in 1843, According to the Portland Daily Advisor – 4’ of snow on ground. #wxhistory
Snow and Ice Spread East
Rain, ice, and snow will continue to spread across the Mid-Atlantic, bringing slippery travels into Monday morning.
Valerie Smock
WPXIValerie
It will be beautiful for the Pirate's home opener! tiny.cc/instaframe pic.twitter.com/dRKGuZh6Iu
14hChicago: April to Arrive With Milder, Wet Weather
By Kristen Rodman, AccuWeather.com Staff Writer
March 31,2014; 8:00PM,EDT
Spring weather will accompany the start of April in Chicago this week, bringing along with it plenty of showers.
For the first day of April on Tuesday, partly sunny skies will shine over the city, as average temperatures bring some long-awaited warmth to the city. Temperatures will be in the low 50s for April Fool's Day accompanied by a little bit of wind.
RELATED:
Detailed Chicago Weather
AccuWeather Severe Weather Center
Northeast Regional Weather Radar
Despite milder weather, overnight temperatures will remain at or near the freezing mark all week.
By midweek, clouds will roll into the area along with rain showers, as temperatures drop more than 10 degrees from Tuesday. Wednesday will feel much colder around the region, as temperatures dip into the 30s.
Rain showers will start on Wednesday and last through Friday.
However, temperatures will rise back into the upper 40s by Friday and continue to increase through Sunday.
In time for the weekend, partially sunny skies will return to the city with temperatures reaching the 50s by Sunday.
Showers will return again on Monday.
On Social Media
AccuWeather LIVE: Late Winter Storm Hitting Ohio Valley, South
Watch
the latest edition of AccuWeather LIVE, as we discuss the most recent
details about the winter storm that is impacting the Ohio Valley...
Brett Anderson
BrettAWX
#Winnipeg will just get brushed with some light snow today as blizzard passes to the south/east
14h
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)