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Storms Press Eastward Through Thursday

THURSDAY: Our big thing will another storm system to bring a few roundsof showers and storms to the region. A few of the storms could be strong with gusty wind and hail being the main severe risks, though a tornado or two can’t be ruled out. The severe weather threat looks to be lower than the previous few events across the region – through still something to be aware of. 
 
MORNING: Storm threat increase from the west early – severe possible 
LATE MORNING: Localized flooding possible, mainly south – severe unlikely  
AFTERNOON: Isolated storms, a few could be strong, moving from NW to SE– severe possible 
EVENING: Storms wane as drier air pushes into the region late – severe not likely 
 
Expect highs to be in the 70s; most of the rain comes to an end through Thursday evening as lows drop to near 60° by early Friday. 
 
FRIDAY: Our storm system will begin to edge farther east of the region, leaving us to clear out as we round out the work week. Expect highs to rebound to the middle to upper 70s with increasing sunshine. We’ll stay clear Friday night with lows in the lower 50s.  
 
EXTENDED FORECAST: The weekend looks great across the region; mornings will start in the 50s both days, ending in the lower 80s amid sunny to mostly sunny skies. Next week will stay warm, in the middle 80s with mix of clouds and sun. A few more showers will sneak back in by the end of the week.  

Patrick Ellis 
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist 
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @PatrickEllisWx 

Quiet Wednesday; Storms Return Thursday

WEDNESDAY: Yet another quiet day of weather with highs rebounding nicely to the lower to middle 80s; a bit warmer than normal for late April. Expect a mix of sun and clouds - though we may have a few showers, storms sneaking into the region after sunset as a warm front lifts over the area. 
 
THURSDAY: The next big thing will another storm system to bring a round of showers and storms to the region by Thursday. A few of the storms could be strong with gusty wind and hail being the main severe risks, though a tornado or two can’t be ruled out. The severe weather threat looks to be lower than the previous few events across the region – through still something to be aware of. Expect highs to be in the 70s; most of the rain comes to an end through Thursday evening as lows drop to near 60° by early Friday. 
 
EXTENDED FORECAST: The rain will exit through Friday morning, setting us up for a nice weekend, featuring highs in the lower to middle 80s amid sunshine. We’ll trend even warmer into the last week of April, as highs approach the middle to upper 80s.  

Patrick Ellis 
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist 
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @PatrickEllisWx 

High Clouds, Sunshine Tuesday; Storms Return Thursday

TUESDAY: Heading off to school and work for Tuesday shouldn’t be a horrible task – expect a quiet day with partly cloudy skies. Temperatures in the 50s early will transition back to the upper 70s and lower 80s by the afternoon. Rain chance will stand at zero – that will continue into the overnight hours with lows in the 50s to near 60°. 
 
WEDNESDAY: Yet another quiet day of weather with highs rebounding nicely to the lower to middle 80s; a bit warmer than normal for late April. Expect a mix of sun and clouds; - though we may have a few showers, storms sneaking into the region after sunset as a warm front lifts over the area. 
 
EXTENDED FORECAST: Our next weather maker will make its presence known through the mid-to-latter portion of Thursday as an area of low pressure moves over the area. This system will not be nearly as strong as the last few that have moved through. But don’t be surprised for a few storms to affect the region. Highs will run in the 70s to near 80°. Most of the rain will exit through Friday morning, setting us up for a nice weekend, featuring highs in the lower to middle 80s amid sunshine. We’ll trend even warmer into the last week of April, as highs approach the middle to upper 80s.  

Patrick Ellis 
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist 
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @PatrickEllisWx 

Pleasant Weather Continues

The beautiful weather we had over the weekend is carrying over as the new week begins. Lots of sunshine this afternoon and seasonably pleasant with highs near 80. Becoming partially cloudy Tuesday, but we remain dry.

Our next storm system arrives Thursday, bringing scattered storms throughout the day; a few strong storms are possible especially in South Mississippi, but as of now the overall severe threat is limited. For the weekend, dry and mild.

Michael Haynes

Pleasant Easter Sunday

Starting out chilly this morning followed by an absolutely gorgeous Easter Sunday! Temperatures warm to the upper 70s/ lower 80s under a full supply of sunshine, low humidity, and a light south breeze. We remain dry through the beginning of this upcoming week. Unfortunately, another potent system arrives Thursday bringing the potential for more strong to severe storms. Check beck for the details over the coming days as forecast confidence increases. In the mean time, have a wonderful Easter.

Michael Haynes

Lingering Showers, Breezes Friday; Nice Weekend Ahead

FRIDAY: While we turn quiet, we’ll also turn cooler to end out the work week. Expect mostly cloudy skies with a chance for scattered lingering showers through the afternoon hours. Winds will pick up from the northwest, this could cause weakened trees to come down. Highs will only manage the upper 50s and lower 60s. Skies will clear overnight as lows drop into the lower to middle 40s.  
 
EASTER WEEKEND: High pressure will move in the area through the upcoming weekend – bringing sunshine into the fold. Highs Saturday will top out near 70°; nearing 80° on Easter Sunday.  
 
EXTENDED FORECAST: Next week remains quiet to start the week – though more showers, storms may come into the fold by late week. Highs will stay warm, generally in the lower 80s; overnights in the lower 60s.  

Patrick Ellis 
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist 
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @PatrickEllisWx 

ALERT DAY: Strong Storm Threat Thursday Afternoon

THURSDAY: An ALERT DAY is in place Thursday as another storm system will make its presence known through the day as showers and storms turn more prevalent through the day. The morning commute will start quietly – through a few showers and storms will be possible by mid-day. The bulk of the rain and storms will move through the afternoon hours, into the early evening. A few of the storms could be strong to severe with heavy rain, lightning, strong winds and a few tornadoes. Highs will top out in the 70s to near 80°. Storms will subside overnight – lows will fall back into the lower 50s as the front moves east.  

• MORNING: Turning breezy; fog patches & a few showers possible - severe unlikely 
• LATE MORNING: Few showers, storms possible - severe unlikely 
• AFTERNOON: Storms turn likely after mid-day - severe likely 

• Threats: Strong winds, few tornadoes, localized flooding potential 

• EVENING: Storms slowly taper late - severe possible 

FRIDAY: While we turn quiet, we’ll also turn cooler to end out the work week. Expect mostly cloudy skies with a chance for scattered lingering showers through the afternoon hours. Highs will only manage the upper 50s and lower 60s. Skies will clear overnight as lows drop into the lower to middle 40s.  
 
EXTENDED FORECAST: High pressure and sunshine returns for the weekend. Highs will manage the lower 70s Saturday; we’ll be able to squeeze out highs near 80° for Easter Sunday. Next week remains quiet to start the week – though more showers, storms may come into the fold by mid-week.  

Patrick Ellis 
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist 
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @PatrickEllisWx 

Quiet Wednesday; Storms, A Few Strong, Thursday

WEDNESDAY: Clouds will thicken at time, though some sun will still shine through for Wednesday. After starting out in the 50s to near 60°, we’ll rebound again to the upper 70s and lower 80s. Overnight – clouds will continue to thicken with a chance of a shower or two; most will remain dry with lows staying up in the 60s.  
 
THURSDAY: An ALERT DAY is in place Thursday as another storm system will make its presence known through the day as showers and storms turn more prevalent through the day. The morning commute will start quietly – through a few showers and storms will be possible by mid-day. The bulk of the rain and storms will move through the afternoon hours, into the early evening. A few of the storms could be strong to severe with heavy rain, lightning, strong winds and an isolated spin-up tornado. Highs will top out in the 70s to near 80°. Storms will subside overnight – lows will fall back into the lower 50s as the front moves east.  
 
EXTENDED FORECAST: Behind the front, expect highs in the 60s by Friday as an upper-low swings over the area. After a cloudier, cool day Friday – sunshine returns for the weekend with highs moving back to near 80° by Easter Sunday and early next week. More showers and storms emerge by mid-week. 

Patrick Ellis 
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist 
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @PatrickEllisWx 

Quiet, Seasonable Monday; Storms Return Mid-Week

MONDAY: High pressure settles overhead to start off the new work and school week. Expect mainly sunny skies, light breezes and highs rebounding from the morning 40s to the afternoon 70s. Overnight, we’ll stay clear with lows in the 40s to near 50°. 
 
TUESDAY: While high pressure still has a foothold on the region, it’ll move a bit farther east. This will allow for warmer air move back in. Highs will sneak back to the upper 70s and lower 80s by the afternoon.  
 
EXTENDED FORECAST: Clouds will thicken a bit into Wednesday, though a majority of the day will be dry – don't be surprised to see a shower or two west of I-55 by the afternoon. Highs will top out in the upper 70s and lower 80s again. Storms will gather by Thursday - bringing yet another threat of strong to severe storms to the area. While impacts are still being hammered out, be ready for storms to increase by late morning and through the afternoon. 70s Thursday, will fall back, into the 60s by Friday as an upper low swings over the area. Behind a cloudy, cool day Friday – sunshine returns for the weekend with highs moving back to near 80° by Sunday. 

Patrick Ellis 
WLBT/FOX 40 First Alert Meteorologist 
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @PatrickEllisWx 

Sharply Cooler; Breezy

After a rough night of severe weather, fortunately, we have improving weather today. A few showers will linger, mainly north of I-20, but the severe threat has pushed to our east into Alabama and Georgia. Otherwise, gradual clearing, windy, and noticeably cooler with highs in the upper 50s and lower 60s. The work week begins dry as a warming trend begins that will take highs into the lower 80s by Tuesday and Wednesday. 

Michael Haynes