Recap Of May: Warm & Dry

It's looking like this May will end up being the 8th warmest EVER on record! In addition, it has been a drier than normal month, though some isolated areas have received above normal rainfall. The maps below show departures from normal for both temperatures and rainfall. You will notice that the entire eastern U.S. has been very warm this month.

Isolated Thunderstorms This Afternoon

Isolated thunderstorms will be possible over the next several hours (movement south/southeast at 5 mph). These storms should quickly diminish after sunset this evening. If you get caught under one of these storms, expect very heavy rain and frequent lightning.

More Storms Possible Friday

After a round of loud, but non-severe, thunderstorms tracked through Central Virginia overnight, we could have more thunderstorms this afternoon and night in the region. The strongest storms will be capable of damaging winds and large hail. Activity will develop during the peak afternoon heating, likely along the West Virginia state line, then track east-southeast over the mountains into Central Virginia late afternoon and evening. The severe threat should rapidly diminish after sunset, and thunderstorms will die out overnight. If you have outdoor plans this evening, stay weather aware! You can point your cell phone's mobile browser to wtvr.com and keep ahead of the storm.