Weather Forecast Monday 3-29-2010

Strong storms will continue to pound on the east coast through the morning, but most of these storms will start to push out into the Atlantic by afternoon. High pressure takes control of the weather through the Plains States, making for a nice afternoon and plenty of sunshine.

A new storm starting to take shape in the north Pacific will start to impace the Pacific Northwest, with coastal rain and mountain snow.

Tuesday will be active for the Northeast and Northwest! A strong low pressure system will bring high winds and heavy rains to NYC and much of the New England States.

More rain and mountain snow is likely West of the Rocky Mountains.

High fire danger is expected across Texas and much of the South Plains as very dry air and high winds set up.

As the storm on the West Coast moves east late in the week, it is now becoming more evident that a severe weather outbreak will take place across parts of Texas and Oklahoma on Friday as the storm clashes with moisture streaming NW of the Gulf of Mexico.

Active weather is expected east of the Mississippi over the holiday weekend. However, sunny skies will return to the Central United States on Saturday and Sunday.

Weather Forecast - March 23, 2010

Two storms are of interest today. One is kicking off the coast of NY into the Atlantic. The other, is spinning out of the Rocky Mountains onto the Plains.

The first storm will bring more rain to the New England States and maybe some high elevation snow. It appears that the the best chance for snow will be associated with the second storm. Colorado into New Mexico will see the best chance of significant snowfall today. Rain will be possible over southern New Mexico and perhaps far West Texas by late in the day.

Another warm day is expected across West Texas this afternoon. Temperatures will climb into the 80's across the Permian Basin and Trans Pecos. Highs will reach into the 90's across the Big Bend. Winds will be out of the Southwest at 10-15mph for most. However, some spots near the Davis Mountains and Lower Trans Pecos could see winds slightly stronger than the rest of the area.

Overnight... Temps will fall to around 40 under partly cloudy skies.

A Pacific Cold Front will move into the region on Wednesday afternoon. This will stall temps in the mid to upper 60's across much of the region. There will also be a chance of thunderstorms, mainly east of the Pecos River on Wednesday afternoon and evening. Some of these storms could be strong to severe over the eastern Permian Basin. Hail and high winds will be the primary threats.

Rain chances will linger into Thursday morning before exiting the area around lunchtime Thursday.

Thursday afternoon and beyond looks warmer with high's in the upper 70's to near 80 by Friday and Saturday. A large storm will impact the region on Saturday but will produce more wind than rain. So weekend plans should be pushed to "early" Saturday if possible.

A cold front will drop temps into the 60's on Sunday.

Weather Forecast - Monday 3-22-10

The storm that brought wind and even a little wintry weather to West Texas on Saturday will push east of the Mississippi River today. This will bring rain to the Mid-Atlantic States and even a little snow to the Apellations.

Another storm will move into the Rocky Mountains today. Expect high elevation snow and wind. Rain will impact the Dakota's. This could possibly cause more flooding problems along the Red River.

High Pressure will take hold of the weather pattern across the South Plains today. Expect south winds from West Texas to Oklahoma. This will bring a return of moisture over the next 24 hours and will also bring warmer temperatures.

Tuesday will bring a few extra clouds to the South Plains. However, temperatures will likely remain warm across West Texas as a west wind remains in place. Temps in the 80's are likely.

On Wednesday, a strong Pacific cold front will move into the area. This will bring a chance of thunderstorms to West Texas. Some of these storms will be strong to severe, with hail and high winds being the primary threat. The greatest threat of severe weather on Wednesday will be east of hwy 385.

Rain will continue into Thursday morning, but will start to clear the area and move east on Thursday afternoon.

Friday will be much better. High's will climb back into the 70's under mostly sunny skies.

Saturday will be even warmer! Look for high's in the 80's.

A cold front will move into the region on Sunday bringing cooler temps and breezy winds to West Texas.