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Drought-Ending Rains for Holiday Weekend
23 May
Summary
- Widespread showers expected throughout Saturday with heavy rainfall possible.
- Temperatures will be in the low-middle 50s with strong, breezy winds.
- Region needs the rainfall to combat severe drought conditions.
This Saturday is expected to be a wash, with widespread showers predicted across the region all day. Pockets of heavier rainfall are possible, accompanied by cool temperatures in the low to mid-50s and persistent northeast winds of about 15 mph, gusting to 30 mph. Winds will be even stronger near the shore, reaching up to 35 mph.
The steady showers will continue through Saturday night before gradually tapering off by Sunday midday. Sunday afternoon should see drier conditions, with temperatures climbing into the mid-60s. A cold front is anticipated to bring a slight chance of showers Monday morning before clearing by the afternoon.
This rainfall is crucial for the region, which has been experiencing a severe drought due to below-normal precipitation. By the end of the holiday weekend, total rainfall is expected to range from 1 to 3 inches. Warmer temperatures will return mid-week, with highs reaching the low to mid-80s, though isolated showers are possible Tuesday and Wednesday before sunshine prevails later in the week.
