Forecast Discussion
Today
Monday AM forecast: Heat builds this week as rain chances fade
Posted 4:15 AM 8/10/2026 by Dave Baker
The heat will become the bigger weather story across the Capital Region this week as temperatures climb and afternoon storms become harder to find. Storms are still possible Monday, but by the middle and latter part of the week, much of the area could stay dry as (More)
Yesterday
Sunday PM Forecast: Daytime downpours sticking around for now; tropics waking up
Posted 7:21 PM 8/9/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron
Sporadic daytime downpours will stick around to start the new week before tapering off, letting heat take center stage by the week’s end. Meanwhile, the tropics are starting to wake up.
Tonight & Tomorrow: Afternoon downpours will fade toward nightfall, making (More)
8/8/2026
Saturday PM Forecast: Afternoon storm coverage peaks Monday before we turn much drier
Posted 5:49 PM 8/8/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers
Afternoon storm coverage will slowly increase before peaking around 50% Monday. After this point, storm coverage will go down and temperatures will heat up!
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8/7/2026
Friday PM Forecast: storm chances reach 50% by Monday before big heat returns
Posted 5:21 PM 8/7/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
The daily routine of morning heat and humidity followed by afternoon showers and thunderstorms will continue through the weekend. Another run of significant heat is probable for the end of next week and the following weekend.
Steam First: highs to the mid-90s, feels-like (More)
8/6/2026
Thursday PM Forecast: humid mornings before afternoon storms each day into next week
Posted 5:28 PM 8/6/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
Typical summer weather will dominate the Capital Area through the weekend, bringing muggy conditions and daily opportunities for showers and thunderstorms. While temperatures will stay in the low to mid-90s, high humidity will push feels-like temperatures well past 100 degrees each afternoon.
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Wednesday PM Forecast: Dodging afternoon storms as students return to class
Posted 2:21 PM 8/5/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron
Summer vacation may be wrapping up for Capital Area students, but summer weather isn't going anywhere. Heat and humidity will continue to spark daily afternoon thunderstorms in the Storm Station forecast.
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8/4/2026
Tuesday PM Forecast: Gulf humidity returns, a few pop-up showers become possible
Posted 4:58 PM 8/4/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
Gulf humidity will slowly creep back into the picture through the week, gradually restoring the typical routine of pop-up afternoon thunderstorms. Temperatures will remain hot, making it into the low to mid 90s in most neighborhoods before any showers flare.
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8/3/2026
Monday PM Forecast: Humidity staging a return, time with more comfortable feel fading
Posted 4:48 PM 8/3/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron
Enjoy the slight dip in humidity while it lasts, because time is running out. Summer heat and mugginess will return in full force by the end of the week.
Tonight & Tomorrow: Expect a mostly clear night ahead with temperatures bottoming out in the low-to-mid 70s. The (More)
8/2/2026
Sunday PM Forecast: Temporary humidity relief before summer comes roaring back
Posted 5:16 PM 8/2/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron
The effects from this weekend’s frontal passage will have some staying power into next week. Parts of the area will continue to benefit from lower humidity for another day or two, before summer comes roaring back late in the week.
Tonight & Tomorrow: Skies will (More)
8/1/2026
Saturday PM Forecast: Front moves through overnight, brings noticeable change
Posted 5:45 PM 8/1/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers
A weak front will move through Saturday night, first bringing a broken line of showers and a few thunderstorms. After it passes, humidity will dip, causing nicer feeling afternoons, and cooler morning time lows.
Tonight & Tomorrow: A weak front is on the way, and (More)
7/31/2026
Friday PM Forecast: weak front moves through Capital Area this weekend
Posted 5:07 PM 7/31/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
Saturday will begin with more heat and humidity. A weak cold front will settle toward the Gulf Coast by Sunday, bringing showers, thunderstorms, and possibly a slight dip in humidity.
The Heat: feels-like 105 – 110 degrees through Saturday
The (More)