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First Alert Weather Day: Isaias Impacts Sunday
8 Oct
Summary
- Hurricane Isaias expected to strengthen to Category 2.
- Remnants of Isaias to bring moderate to heavy rain Sunday.
- Rainfall expected to aid drought conditions across Maryland.
Maryland can expect a transition from comfortable, dry weather to a potential First Alert Weather Day as the remnants of Hurricane Isaias approach. Isaias is forecast to strengthen into a Category 2 hurricane before making landfall Saturday, likely between the Mississippi coast and the western Florida panhandle.
While the storm will weaken after landfall, its remnants are predicted to bring moderate to heavy rainfall to Maryland from late Saturday night through Sunday. Despite the lack of expected severe weather or direct tropical impacts, this rainfall is anticipated to be beneficial for drought conditions, with an estimated 0.50 to 1.50 inches across central and eastern Maryland. Flooding is expected to be isolated and minor.
Following the rain, Monday morning will start showery but dry out by the afternoon. Tuesday will see a brief warm-up with highs near 80°, followed by cooler, crisp fall weather by Wednesday.
