Severe Storms Possible Later Today

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Wednesday. The middle of the week. The day where, when it ends, we can say that it is downhill from here. As for the weather, a stormy day is in store for the region as the risk of wet weather persists over the next few days. Some of these storms could be severe later this afternoon/evening, potentially producing high winds and small hail. Don’t count out an isolated tornado. Highs in the 70s and 80s will continue as mornings continue to stay on the more mild side. The weekend looks to dry out before wet weather returns early next week. Have a great hump day!
Current (~6am) Temperatures:
  • Erie, PA: 68
  • Franklin, PA: 63
  • New Castle, PA: 64
  • Butler, PA: 63
  • Pittsburgh, PA (KAGC): 65
  • Uniontown, PA: 61
  • State College, PA: 68
  • Frederick, MD: 66
  • BWI Airport, MD: 71
  • DC (KDCA):  76

Forecast:

Western PA:

Main threat: Storms. Some could be severe later today.

  • Today: Showers and storms likely. Some storms could produce damaging winds/small hail.  Highs: Upper 70s to Low 80s Overnight Lows: 60s
  • Thursday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs: 70s/Low 80s Overnight Lows: 60s
  • Friday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs: 70s/Low 80s Overnight Lows: 50s

DC Region:

Main threat: Storms. Some storms could be severe later today.

  • Today: Showers and storms likely. Some storms could produce damaging winds and hail. Isolated tornado chance slim but possible. Highs: Mid 80s Overnight Lows: Low to Mid 70s
  • Thursday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs: Mid 80s Overnight Lows: Low to Mid 70s
  • Friday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs: Mid 80s Overnight Lows: Upper 60s

Good News: Dry weekend.

Bad News: Wet weather persists through Friday. Active pattern returns early next week.