Not only has this been a bit different than normal, due to our drought last year, but when you look at the nation as a whole. Most of the lower 48 happens to be in a moderate drought or worse. Approximately 60% of the U.S. is under drought conditions.
The good news in the short term is that several thunderstorms are lashing areas that really need the rain.
The problem will be the long term because the image you see above will be quite different the rest of this week and right though next week.
In the upper levels a strong summertime ridge will take shape and dominate most of the nation.
Under this high, not only will there be plenty of sunshine, but the temperatures will begin to rise rapidly. Note: Under areas of high pressure, the air sinks. When the air sinks, it dries, compresses and warms. Therefore, cloud development will be few and temperatures will fluctuate rapidly from nighttime lows to daytime highs. Here in the Brazos Valley, we will dodge the extreme heat and settle in the 90s each afternoon with moderate levels of humidity.
However, areas that are located directly under the high will feel the sizzle. From Kansas to Missouri, there will be temperatures from 100-105 this weekend.
Overall, we turn to a drier pattern with more sun, at least it wont be extremely hot.
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