Issued: 8pm on Sunday, April 20th 2025
Technical Forecast Discussion
Short-term Forecast (Sunday 04/20/2025 through Tuesday 04/22/2025):
A low-pressure system will continue to influence the region, bringing widespread showers throughout the day. Cloud cover will remain extensive, and winds will be moderate from the south. As the system progresses eastward, precipitation will gradually diminish by the evening hours. In the wake of the departing system, high pressure will begin to build into the area. This will result in clearing skies and drier conditions. Winds will shift to the northwest, ushering in cooler and more stable air. Expect partly to mostly sunny skies with no significant precipitation anticipated. On Tuesday, the influence of high pressure will persist, maintaining dry and tranquil weather conditions. Skies will be mostly clear, and winds will be light and variable. Temperatures will remain near seasonal averages, providing a pleasant day across the region.
Long-term Forecast (Wednesday 04/23/2025 through Saturday 04/26/2025):
A developing frontal system is expected to approach from the west, bringing increasing cloud cover and a chance of showers by the afternoon. Winds will become southerly, drawing in moisture ahead of the front.While precipitation amounts are expected to be light, the potential for scattered showers exists throughout the day. The aforementioned frontal boundary will likely stall over the region, maintaining overcast skies and continued chances for light rain. Winds will remain from the south, and temperatures will stay near seasonal norms.No significant weather hazards are anticipated during this period. As the frontal system weakens and moves eastward, high pressure will begin to reestablish itself over the area. This will lead to decreasing cloud cover and a return to drier conditions. Winds will shift to the northwest, and temperatures will remain consistent with late April averages. On Saturday, high pressure will dominate, resulting in mostly sunny skies and tranquil weather. Winds will be light and variable, and temperatures will be conducive to outdoor activities. No precipitation is expected, and the overall weather pattern will be stable.
