Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast the next couple of days

Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast the next couple of days (Monday, May 13th and Tuesday, May 14th). Unfortunately, there is the potential for some of the thunderstorms to be strong to severe, including the potential for damaging wind gusts, hail, and a few tornadoes. The first round of storms could impact the western parts of the area as early as Monday morning before spreading east as the day progresses. Another round is possible late Monday night into Tuesday.

In addition to the threat for strong to severe thunderstorms, there is also the potential for locally heavy rain that could cause flash flooding. Widespread rainfall amounts of 2 to 5 inches of rain is currently forecast. However, there is the potential for locally higher amounts of 8"+. As a result, a Flood Watch has been issued for much of the area. Now is a good time to make sure storm drains are clear of any debris.

Be sure to have ways to stay updated with the latest forecast over the next couple of days and have a way to get warnings should they be issued.

Graphic showing the risk areas for severe weather Monday and Tuesday. The graphic for Monday is in the top right and shows all of SE Alabama, much of SW Georgia and the Florida Panhandle under a Slight Risk (level 2 of 5 in the yellow color) with most of the rest of the area outside of the SE FL Big Bend in a Marginal Risk (level 1 of 5 in the dark green). For Tuesday, the image on the bottom right, all of the area is in a Marginal Risk (level 1 of 5 in the dark green color) for severe weather. Both days will see the potential for damaging wind gusts, hail, and a few tornadoes cannot be ruled out.

This image shows the rainfall potential the next couple of days. On the right is the official rainfall forecast through Tuesday night showing rainfall totals of 2" to 5" across much of the region. There is a Slight Risk (level 2 of 4) for areas west of the Apalachicola and Flint Rivers for Monday.