Monday, September 23, 2013

Monday Morning Technical Discussion

Synopsis

Following Saturday's slow-moving cold front, high pressure will continue to build into the Commonwealth, leading to mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the 60s and low 70s for most of the state.  Some areas may experience patchy frost, particularly Bradford, as low temperatures will often reach down into the 30s and 40s.  Additionally, dew points will be very comfortable, ranging from the low 30s to low 40s.  High pressure will remain entrenched in the region throughout the week, with the only threat of precipitation coming on late Sunday afternoon. 

Short-Term (Through 0z Friday)

Both the GFS and NAM agree that skies will be generally clear and temperatures will rise through the 60s on Monday and Tuesday before plateauing in the low- to mid-70s for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.  At times, clouds will pop up overnight, limiting the downward reach of the low temperatures, but models generally agree that most lows will be in the 40s.

Long-Term (Beyond 0z Friday)

The NAM's forecast period ends with temperatures still hanging in the 70s and skies remaining clear.  Over the week, the GFS is indicating that another cold front will pass through the region, bringing with it precipitation and another cool down for next week. 


~Patrick Higgins

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