Weekend Weather Update: Warm and unsettled pattern with a Hurricane Erin advisory
Tonight
Partial clearing across skies as temps fall into the upper 60s to low 70s. Confidence in tonight’s forecast is medium-high.
Tomorrow (Monday)
Expect a fairly cloudy day with a northeast breeze at times. Highs should land around 80, though confidence is moderate. Showers and perhaps a stray thunderstorm are possible after 2 p.m., with some activity possibly pushed to the evening hours.
Tomorrow night
A couple of showers and storms may pop up in the evening, with a second round possibly moving through before dawn. Skies stay mostly cloudy and winds ease a bit as lows dip into the mid-60s to around 70.
A look ahead
Tuesday through Thursday bring partly sunny skies, with a chance of isolated to scattered showers and storms each day as a cold front lingers. Highs trend cooler, in the upper 70s to mid-80s, with moderate humidity, and overnight lows in the 60s. Confidence for this stretch is low to medium.
Hurricane Erin
The center of Erin will pass well off the Mid-Atlantic coast Wednesday into Thursday. If you have beach plans, stay tuned to updates as there will likely be big waves, dangerous rip currents, and possibly gusty winds at the coast.
Today’s daily digit — 5/10
It’s a steamy Sunday with plenty of sun and a heat index near 100, plus a storm chance toward the evening. The digit is a subjective rating of the day’s weather on a 0-to-10 scale.
What to do and why it matters
– Hydration and sun protection: With heat indices near 100, drink plenty of water, wear sunscreen, and plan outdoor activities for the cooler parts of the day.
– Outdoor plans and storms: If you’re aiming for outdoor events, keep an eye on updates after 2 p.m. for potential showers or storms, especially Monday.
– Beach safety: With Erin offshore, expect rough seas and rip currents. Heed any flags, stay off dunes, and avoid swimming in rough conditions.
– Ahead of the front: The Tuesday-Thursday window may bring hit-or-miss showers. Have a backup plan for outdoor plans and stay weather-aware.
Summary
Expect a warm, humid weekend with a mix of sun, clouds, and scattered storms. A cold front lingers through midweek, bringing cooler highs and a better chance of showers. A cautionary note is Erin’s offshore track—plan beach days with safety in mind and stay updated on advisories for possible coastal impacts. Positive takeaway: the pattern should settle into more comfortable temperatures later in the week.