Upper Level Low To Bring Severe Storms To WNC This Evening, Then Unseasonable Cool Temps Through Wednesday

An interesting weather pattern will unfold over the next several days across WNC as an Upper Level Low meets with moisture from the Atlantic Ocean. The main threat for rainfall and storms will be today for WNC, but then unseasonably cool temperatures will set in as the Upper Level Low flexes its muscles. So for Monday & Tuesday afternoon you can expect high temperatures to only push into to upper 60’s to lower 70’s. This will be 10-15 degrees below average for most locations during this time of the year, so it will be noticeable! First and foremost though let’s talk about the storm chances today. Below you can see a depiction of the most recent Nam 3km and how it shows storms unfolding later this evening around 6-8pm.

Nam 3km Precipitation Depiction Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Types Of Severe Weather?

What can you expect tonight around WNC? The main threat with this system will be strong winds and heavy rain. I do think that there is a slight chance for hail to be created, but lapse rates are not very impressive so heavy rainfall will likely be the mode of precipitation. Some wind gusts of over 30mph could be possible as downburst winds are manifested by heavy rainfall. Below you can see the most recent precipitation totals courtesy of the Nam 3km.

Nam 3km Total Precipitation Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Mid 60’s to 70 Degrees High Temp For Monday In WNC

That is right! Usually we are pushing closer to the 90’s at this point in time during the afternoons, but with this Upper Level Low overhead, it will feel like Spring again! Below you can see the high temperature for tomorrow projected by the Nam 3km. As you can see, it only shows the Asheville Airport reaching the mid 60’s tomorrow! My best guess is that these temps are a bit low, but highs on the upper 60’s or low 70’s appear very possible! It is going to feel nice around the mountains of WNC!

Monday Afternoon High Temps Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Extended Cool Down

Below you can see the most recent European Ensemble temperature projections for the next 10 days. Focus on the next three days and notice how the temperature will struggle to reach 70 degrees. This is due to the Upper Level Low pressure moving overhead.

ECMWF Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Porch Sitting Weather On Tap

This will be the perfect couple of mornings to sit out on the porch and enjoy a sunrise! With temps in the mid 50’s each morning it won’t feel extremely cold, but just enough to make you want to throw on a sweatshirt and your slippers. This happens every now and then, and is one of the great things about living in the mountains. Enjoy your break from the heat though because it will return next weekend! Have a great week!

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Tropical Moisture On Tap For WNC Heading Into The Weekend, Tropic System Cristobal Looms In Gulf

The humidity will return to WNC on Thursday as a high pressure ridge that has been dominating the Atlantic breaks down. Deep in the Gulf, a tropical system will begin to pump moist air into the States. As that occurs, the high pressure will break down with showers and storms beginning to develop over the area later this week. Below you can see the most recent depiction of the GFS model. Look at how in the first frame the high pressure is built in the Atlantic. Then it quickly breaks down as meandering Tropical Storm Cristobal moves through the Gulf.

GFS Courtesy of Tropicaltidbits.com

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Notice how I stop the GFS at Hour 186. That is because there is extreme uncertainty with this system and how it moves about because a dominate upper level steering current is not manifesting itself. Therefore the storm will meander on a path of its own choosing without upper air influence. For more reference I have added the a frame from the most recent European model as well to illustrate the similarities and contrasts between the two.

European provided by Pivotalweather.com

European provided by Pivotalweather.com

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Main Takeaway

The main takeaway with this article should be that pop-up storms will be likely beginning on Thursday around WNC, and that threat could persist through Monday of next week. Below you can see the most recent Nam 3km depiction of the showers on Thursday. Then a great deal of uncertain arrises regarding the direction that now Tropical Storm Cristobal. This could become a major story as far a the weather goes across the nation and could affect a wide range of areas next week. That includes the possibility of affected even here in WNC. When hurricanes move out of the Gulf, they tend to bring us at least moderate rainfall so I have my eye on this system.

Nam 3km Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Tropical Uncertainty

NHC Hurricane Track Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

Above shows the various model solutions regarding the track of Cristobal over the next week. Several factors are going to play into the steering of this storm, and an adjustment to the track is all but certain. Right now there appears to be no dominate upper level steering current, and that will allow the storm to basically meander through the Gulf. Now, does a steering current manifest over the next 7 days and push this storm into WNC? That remains to be seen, but I have seen this happen before. In my humble opinion, I think that significant rainfall could be possible from this storm across WNC if the track corrects to the East. We have seen this many times from storms, and when they move in from the Gulf, they funnel moisture into WNC. So just know that I am watching this system closely and will certainly update you when necessary.

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Thunderstorms Likely This Afternoon For WNC, Then Mild Weekend Ahead

One more round of rainfall and storms will be likely this afternoon as a finally lobe of this Upper Level Low moves through. Thunder, lightning, and even small hail cannot be ruled out with these storms.. so please be mindful. Not all locations will see heavy rain as these storms move through, and locations in Henderson & Transylvania Counties stand the best chance to see additional flooding. Below you can see the most recent HRRR and how it projects precipitation to move through over the next 36 hours.

HRRR Precipitation Depiction Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Weekend Weather

While there is a chance for some shower activity on both Saturday and Sunday around WNC, the chance will be limited compared to the past several days. In fact many areas could effectively dry out by Sunday afternoon. Temperatures will be very nice this weekend around Asheville with highs only in the upper 70’s or low 80’s each day. Below you can see the projected high temperatures Saturday afternoon per the Nam 3km.

Nam 3km High Temps Saturday Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Spring Pattern Ahead, Mild Memorial Day In Store

It appears as though we are finally going to get into a Spring-like pattern here in the mountains of WNC. Overall the next 10 days do not look like a scorcher, but with the gulf opening up shower activity will be very likely. Below you can see the projected temperatures for the next 10 days per the most recent Nam 3km. As you can see this model doesn’t see the 80’s being very likely over the next 10 days. Although short range models do suggest we will get into the 80’s on Saturday and Sunday. The main takeaway is that a significant warm up does not look to be in store!

10 Euro Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Pop-Up Storm Chances Increase Next Week

Early next week moisture will begin to push into the area from the Gulf. This will raise dew points around the area and afternoon sun will pop-up storms each day. When and where these storms pop-up is usually uncertain until they develop, but just be aware that the chance will be there all next week. Most models do not show a significant amount of rainfall occurring in one specific area, but if you happen to get under a heavy downpour… a quick inch of rainfall cannot be rule out. All and all this next week appears pleasant around WNC and it will be good gardening weather so get out and enjoy it!

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Heavy Rain, Flash Flooding Likely As 5"+ of Rainfall Is Expected This Week For WNC

I hope that you enjoyed your small dry spell, because those days have now passed and the deluge of rainfall will continue around WNC. Most models indicated that around 5” of rainfall or even more will fall across the majority WNC by the end of the day on Friday, with some isolated locations seeing 10”+ of rain. Below you can see the most recent European model precipitation forecast and what how much precipitation it is projecting through Friday afternoon.

Euro Precipitation Forecast Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Yes, that is just one model.. but it has been showing this amount of precipitation constantly for the past several runs, and now the GFS model has began showing similar total. If you joined me live last night, that was the one caveat in my forecast as to why I was apprehensive to call for extremely significant rainfall for all of WNC. As you can see below the GFS is now indicating that those 2”+ totals will even be possible down towards locations like Franklin & Murphy, NC. So with that being said, flash flooding will be likely all across WNC.

GFS Precipitation Totals Through Friday AM Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Flash Flooding, Mudslides Likely Along Blue Ridge Escarpment

These significantly high rainfall total will cause several problems around WNC including mudslides. Slopes around the area will struggle to handle round after round of heavy deluges and eventually isolated slopes will give way. Of course it is uncertain where exactly those slope failures will occur, but with this amount of rainfall projected, it appear imminent that it will occur. Streams & rivers will also rise quickly across WNC when heavy rainfall moves in periodically over the next 5 days, and if water begins to threaten your home you need to move to higher ground. Ponding on the roadways is all but certain over the next 5 days so please use caution if you are out and about traveling around WNC, roadways could turn dangerous. Below you can see what the short range Nam 3km projects regarding precipitation through mid day on Wednesday. The areas I am most concerned about are located along the Blue Ridge Escarpment. If you reside in the circled locations, please know that your location is at a higher risk for significant rainfall and flooding.

Nam 3km Precipitation Totals Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Timing

Well if you look out your window, most of you will find that it is already raining or has rained at your home in WNC… and that looks to be the theme through Friday. Showers & storms will be periodic over the next several days, and nailing down exactly when it will and won’t rain at your house will be a matter of evaluating the radar in real time. You can find the official AshevilleWX Radar here. Below you can see a depiction of how the situation could possible unfold per the Nam 3km. This is just a simulated radar, but will give you an idea of the round after round idea of rainfall that I am expecting.

Nam 3km Simulated Radar Through Early Wednesday Afternoon Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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What Is Causing This Prolonged Rainfall?

A strong Upper Level Low pressure will move over the mountains of WNC and basically stall out as it pushes Tropical Storm Arthur out to sea. This strong cold pool of air aloft will create excessive lift and massive amounts of precipitation will be squeezed out of a saturated airmass. Below you can watch the upper air maps and notice how that low just spins over WNC for several days. These spokes of vorticity will spin up storm after storm for the area, with 7”+ of rainfall likely falling somewhere by Friday.

Upper Air Map Courtesy of Tropicaltidbits.com

Mild Pattern Setting Up

Temperatures on Wednesday morning will feel chilly as the Upper Level Low allows them to drop into the upper 40’s around WNC. This pattern will take hold over the next 10 days, and high temperatures will struggle to reach 80 each day. This is unseasonably cold for this time of the year, and could put this May in the top 10 coolest on record for our area. That remains to be seen though. What I do know currently is that we have to push through these next 5 days of nasty rainfall, but there is some light at the end of the tunnel. Check back soon for more information!

ECMWF 10 Day Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Summer-Like Temperatures Heading To WNC Next Weekend

Finally we will break out of this cold spell, and several days of warm weather await beginning next weekend. A ridge will begin to build in the Atlantic and that will send in the warm air from the Southeast. In fact, some models even indicate some form of tropical development offshore, but the main focus right now are the high temperatures. Below you can see the most recent GFS model projected temperatures for Sunday afternoon of next weekend. Notice how many areas push into the upper 80’s or even 90’s! Thats the signs that you want to see if you are trying to get your garden in the ground.

GFS High Temps Sunday May 17th Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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So, that is one model… but I like to show at least one other that supports this theory so below you can see what the European model shows regarding high temps on Sunday on next weekend. Notice how temperatures are slightly lower in WNC, but still pushing into the 80’s. This is a good sign of a significant warm up and you should be just fine putting your garden in after Tuesday of this week!

Euro High Temperature For Sunday of Next Weekend Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Frost Possible Tomorrow Morning

Another late May frost will be possible tomorrow morning, so it would be wise to leave your covers on sensitive vegetation through tomorrow around 9am. Many locations will struggle to reach freezing, but isolated locations will have the chance to frost.. so it is better to be safe than sorry. Below you can see the most recent NAM 3km model and the low temperature that it projects for tomorrow morning.

Nam 3km Monday AM Temps Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Extended Dry Period Expected

As we warm up, the chances for rainfall will significantly diminish over the next 7 days. Farmers, it will be a great time to get hay laying on the ground if you need to make your first cut. Below you can see the most recent European model projection regarding total precipitation for the next 7 days. As you can see very little is expected to fall.

Euro 7-day Precipitation Total Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Time To Water

It will be time to start watering your gardens and landscape plants beginning on Tuesday or Wednesday of this coming week. As detailed out above, there is somewhat of a dry period that will be building and your plants will need their soil water replenished shortly. No significant rain event is on the books for the next 7 days, so drag the hose out and water your plants a few times over the next week to keep them looking green and sustainable.

May Snow Coats Roan Mountain & Portions of NC High Country (Photo Gallery)

A rare may snowstorm brought snow overnight to high mountain locations around WNC. Below is a collection of photos & videos from Meteorologist Hunter Ward that are being collected and uploaded as he covers various locations around the NC High Country. Follow AshevilleWX socials as well below!

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Near Record Late Accumulating Snowfall Possible For Many Tonight/Tomorrow AM For WNC

I promise, this cold will go away soon… but it won’t be this weekend. Another strong front is going to push through WNC today bringing many locations a couple of tenths of inch of rainfall. Then, on the backside winds will really pick up as temperatures drop to freezing in many locations. Snow showers will also pick up for many border counties, even down into the valleys. I am not exactly certain where exactly snow will fall, but models indicate that a column would be supportive of snow down to around 2800’ or so. Below you can see a simulated precipitation depiction map from the most recent Nam 3km.

3km Nam precipitation depiction courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Timing

Moisture will switchover from rain to snow beginning later today in elevations above 4500’, and then as the night progresses snow levels could drop all the way down to some isolated valley locations. This would mean that a switchover to snow will be possible for many populated areas early tomorrow morning. By noon on Saturday though, this system will exit the area leaving behind cold temperatures.

Accumulation?

Yes, in fact several inches could be possible above 4500’. I expect locations like Clingmans Dome & Roan Mountain to rake in the precipitation with 2”-4” of snow falling. What is interesting is that short range models even indicate that some valley locations could see accumulation. I am somewhat skeptical of this, but take a look at the most recent Nam 3km accumulation map.

Nam 3km Snowfall Accumulation Map Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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High Winds Expected

Models indicate that later today, gusts to 40mph could be possible around the Asheville area. Below I have added the projected wind gusts map produced by the most recent NAM 3km. As you can see, around the Asheville Airport a value of 40mph is hoisted as the peak. I think that gusts of 30mph+ will certainly be likely at your house so it would be wise to secure outdoor accessories.

Nam 3km wind gusts courtesy of Weathermodel.com

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Freeze Expected Sunday AM

Record breaking cold is expected across WNC on Sunday morning as a freeze takes hold of the area. The record low temperature at the Asheville Airport for May 10th is 32 degrees set back in 1966 and that record will likely fall on Sunday. Below you can see the most recent Nam 3km temperatures early Sunday morning.

Nam 3km Temps Sunday morning Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

Cover Sensitive Vegetation Sunday AM

As winds subside and temperatures plummet frost will set in for most locations early Sunday morning. This will have a devastating effect on sensitive vegetation that is not properly covered. It would be wise to stop by your local gardening store to pick up some frost protection if possible today.

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Warm Up Is Coming

Yes that is right, more seasonable temperatures are finally on the way late next week for WNC. We will finally. break out of these really cool morning and have spring like mornings with low temps in the 50’s. Perfect for starting your garden!! So bear with me until then!

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High Elevation Snow Showers Likely Today For Mountains of WNC

The hits just keep coming fo WNC! Today the higher elevations (above 4000’) of WNC will see convective snow showers develop and heavy snow will fall. As these cells exit the high elevations, the snow will turn to rain as it pushes into the valleys around Asheville. A rumble of thunder or two cannot be ruled out. Below you can see the most recent simulated radar from the Nam 3-km.

Nam 3-km Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Nam 3km Snowfall Map Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

Timing

I expect clouds to gather around or just before noon along the NC/TN border as convection is initiated in E TN. Then these cells will move into Asheville and out of the mountains of WNC. So around 12-5pm seems to be the best window to see snowfall in the highest elevation. If you would like to experience it, head up to Roan Mountain… the rates should be fantastic!

Gusty Winds Expected

Winds gusting over 35mph around Asheville will be possible later tonight and into early Thursday morning. Locations above 3500’ in WNC could see gusts over 45mph with this front, so it would be wise to secure outdoor accessories before rain enters WNC. Below you can see the most recent wind gust projections from the Nam 3km.

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Nam 3-km Wind Gusts Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

Frost Expected This Weekend

A frost will be likely both Saturday and Sunday mornings this weekend so it would be wish this week to get a plan in place to cover sensitive vegetation. Below you can see the most recent GFS model projection for low temps on Sunday AM. Yes that would shatter a record for that particular day which is 32 degrees.

Low Temps Sunday AM Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Frost Damage

Frost damage will certainly be possible to many delicate trees. Many farmers will wet their crops the night before the frost, and you can also use a bed sheet to cover and protect vegetation. Below is an anomaly map showing how many degrees from average locations around WNC are projected to be Saturday morning.

GFS Temp Anomaly Map Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Strong Storms, Isolated Hail Likely Later Today Across WNC

Another active weather day looks to be in-store for WNC as a cold pool aloft makes thinks interesting. All modes of severe weather will be possible today as these cells thrive off of the afternoon heat that will build over the area. Below you can see the most recent severe weather forecast from the Severe Prediction Center located in Norman, OK. Asheville has been placed in the Slight area which means there is a level 2/5 risk for severe weather.

Courtesy of SPC

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Timing?

These storms appear to develop later this evening around 5-7pm and then they will move to the East. Steep lapse rates aloft will allow for hail growth to occur, and that could create for severe warning criteria hail to fall on isolated mountain locations. Below you can see the most recent HRRR model run and it shows these storms developing around 4-5pm and then racing to the East as enhancement occurs along the Blue Ridge Escarpment.

HRRR Simulated Radar Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Types of Severe?

Hail will certainly be possible with these cells as they get their act together and move towards the East, but what also appears more likely for many areas especially along the Blue Ridge Escarpment is high lightning density. That means that these storms will likely produce heavy lightning, and also lots of thunder as a consequence, so it will be wise to head indoors later tonight. Below you can see the lightning density map produced by the most recent HRRR model. These are some high totals as storms move through, and that indicates that there will be a high probability for lighting and thunder at your area.

Lightning Density Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

Lightning Density Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Hail Probability

There is a chance that these cells could drop hail across portions of WNC, and that can be seen on the forecasted hail map provided by the HRRR below. No worries though, I will be going live to make sure you know where the storms are, and where they will move next this evening. Be sure to check my Facebook page this evening for an update.

HRRR Hail Forecast Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

HRRR Hail Forecast Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Another Round of Severe Weather Possible For WNC Wednesday Night & Into Thursday

Long range models continue to show another cut off upper level low moving across the Ohio valley region, and that will bring the chances for another round of severe weather to the majority of WNC on Wednesday night & into the early hours of Thursday morning. Lightning, heavy rain, gusty winds, and even isolated hail cannot be ruled out with this system, so you will need to be on guard Wednesday evening.

Flash Flooding Threat Increases

The threat for flash flooding with this system is certainly there with models showing a very stout upper level low rotating through. This excess lift will create a strong line of storms that will affect WNC on Wednesday night and into Thursday. Below you can see the most recent GFS model run rainfall totals. What appears to be possible is another 1.5”-2”+ of rainfall for WNC.

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GFS Precipitation Totals Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

Now let’s compare the GFS with what the European model is showing below. As you can see, both models indicate that at least another inch and half of rainfall will be likely through early Thursday morning. This will create flash flooding concerns for some locations around WNC.

Euro Precipitation Through Thursday AM Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Timing

When this system moves through exactly is somewhat uncertain at this point in time, but it is increasing in likelihood that showers will begin mid afternoon Wednesday, then a strong front will move through later into the evening on Wednesday night. Below you can see the most recent NAM 3km model run and how it depicts the storm progression.

NAM 3km Courtesy of Weathermodels.com

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Severe Weather Threat

The main threat with this system appears to be straight line winds and the chance for flash flooding. Looking at soundings and the threat for hail seems somewhat less compared to the last system, but turning of the winds with height will certainly occur, so hail cannot be ruled out. There are still some major details that need to be hammered out with this system so stay tuned I will keep you updated!

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