Scattered Showers And Storms Tuesday

• Morning Showers
• Afternoon Storms
• Quiet & Dry Mid-Week
• Weekend Cold Front
• Tropical Storm Ernesto

An upper level disturbance will trigger a few showers this morning, with a stronger storm or two possible this afternoon. Severe threat is low, but not zero with damaging wind and localized flooding the biggest threat for areas south of I-85. Clouds will keep temps cooler with highs topping out in the low 80s.A ridge of high pressure will keep the forecast quiet and mainly dry mid-week. Highs will top out in the mid 80s with lower humidity. Temperatures will drive back toward the 90s this weekend with widespread showers and storms possible as a cold front moves through the region.

Ernesto is moving through the Leeward Islands. It will reach the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico later today. It will take a turn to the north over Westward Atlantic mid-week – staying away from the U.S. East Coast. It will likely strengthen rapidly, potentially becoming a major hurricane as it nears Bermuda this weekend.

Location: Near Antigua

Wind: 40 mph

Moving: W at 24 mph

Pressure: 1009 mb

Winds: Tropical storm conditions expected in the warning areas within 36 hours.
Rainfall: Anticipated accumulations of 4-6 inches in the Leeward Islands

3-6 inches in Puerto Rico, with potential flash flooding.
Storm Surge: 1-3 feet

Dangerous Surf: Life threatening surf and rip current risks