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Cooler, Sunny, and a Lot Less Humid

Monday, June 28th, 2010

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Abundant sunshine, cooler temperatures, and less humidity will make for a very pleasant work week around Stark County, Ohio. Temperatures will warm up for the upcoming July 4th weekend.

Weather conditions around Stark County will be much more pleasant for at least a few days with mild temperatures and a lot less humidity. Temperatures will once again warm up for the Independence Day weekend.

The cold front that brought numerous thunderstorms to Stark County will continue moving through the region tonight. As long as the front is traveling through the region, chances for a shower or thunderstorm will continue to hang around. The atmosphere should become much more stable later this evening with showers and thunderstorms diminishing after sundown.

High pressure will build in over the entire region bringing us some much needed relief from the muggy conditions we’ve been having. Temperatures will also be much more pleasant with highs through mid week only reaching the mid to upper 70s.

For tonight, expect partly cloudy skies with skies becoming clear by Tuesday morning. Lows tonight will be quite cool compared to nights we’ve been having this past week. Look for temps to drop into the upper 50s.

Tuesday, skies become clear allowing for abundant sunshine. Cooler and much more pleasant with a high around 75.

With the clear skies in place Tuesday night, temperatures will be much colder once again with lows in the upper 40s.

Plenty of sunshine continues into Wednesday and Thursday with highs in the mid to upper 70s.

Sunshine and pleasant weather conditions will remain over the area going into the weekend with temperatures gradually warming each day. Temperatures will recover Saturday and Sunday with highs in the mid 80s.

Warm, Muggy, and Stormy Sunday for Stark

Sunday, June 27th, 2010

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Good day for cold ice cream Sunday will bring warm and muggy conditions to Stark County with highs at or near 90. Expect thunderstorms to roll across the area during the afternoon and evening hours. Some storms could become severe.

Temperatures around 90 degrees with high humidity levels will make for a sticky Sunday in Stark County, Ohio. Thunderstorms move in during the afternoon hours followed by another round of thundery weather overnight.

It’s going to be a warm one today! Sunday’s temperatures around Stark County will be quite warm and uncomfortable during the afternoon hours Sunday. Most areas around the county will see temperatures reach close to or exceed 90 degrees. Along with the very warm temperatures will come increased humidity, making it feel very sticky and muggy.

Temperatures this morning are already in the 70s across most communities under mostly clear skies.

Some high level clouds will begin to filter in through the morning hours signaling the approach of thunderstorms that could develop over northeast Ohio this afternoon. We’ll have to keep a close eye on the skies today as thunderstorms develop to our west and move in over the region.

Some of the afternoon thunderstorms could become severe with damaging winds. The strongest thunderstorms could also produce large, quarter-size hail.

Another round of thunderstorms will develop late Sunday night into early Monday morning. These storms could also become quite strong with intense lightning and damaging wind gusts.

Make sure your weather radio is operating before heading off to bed tonight in the event these storms mature during the overnight hours.

The chance of thunderstorms across Stark County communities continues into Monday as a cold front crosses the region. Temps will be a little cooler Monday with highs in the mid 80s.

Temperatures for Tuesday and Wednesday will be much cooler with highs in the mid to upper 70s. Humidity levels will also become noticeably lower making for more pleasant weather conditions mid week.

Another Weekend, Another Risk of Strong Storms

Friday, June 25th, 2010

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Saturday’s Outlook
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Sunday’s Outlook
Strong to severe thunderstorms are once again in the forecast for the weekend in Stark County according to the latest outlook from the Storm Prediction Center.

Weekends in Stark County, Ohio seem to be synonymous with thunderstorms, so why should this weekend be any different?

And the hits just keep on coming! Another weekend in Northeast Ohio brings yet another risk of strong to severe thunderstorms over Stark County.

According to the Storm Prediction Center, most of Ohio will once again be under the threat of strong to severe storms Saturday and Sunday. This time, a low pressures system moving through the Great Lakes region will be the culprit that will fire up the thunder machine.

The primary threat will be damaging high winds, frequent lightning, and locally heavy downpours.

Currently, the weather in Stark County is being controlled by high pressure which is why it’s been so pleasant today. High pressure systems bring clear, cool, and dry weather. Low pressure systems, on the other hand, usually generate precipitation in the form of showers and thunderstorms.

During the spring and early summer months in Northeast Ohio, these two systems tend to be more vigorous. And, when they meet, the resulting thunderstorms that form along the boundary where the two clash can often become intense. This is not an unusual event and our weather will calm down  once we get into mid July.

The high over the region today will slowly drift eastward through the rest of Friday allowing a low to move in over the Great Lakes. Winds will gradually migrate southerly allowing much warmer and more humid conditions to begin moving in over the region later tonight destabilizing the atmosphere.

Depending on how far south the outflow boundary travels, we could see some thundery weather Saturday morning. Most likely, the thunderstorms will hold off until later in the day.

It won’t be a complete wash-out Saturday, but if you plan any outdoor activities, keep an eye to the sky and stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio for possible severe weather. Highs for Saturday will most likely be in the upper 80s.

Sunday, another stronger low will travel over the Great Lakes reinforcing and greatly increasing our chances of strong to severe thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening hours. It will be warmer with temperatures over the region close to 90.

The chance of thunderstorms remains in place over the area through Sunday night and Monday.

Pleasant Weather in Stark to End the Work Week

Thursday, June 24th, 2010

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Cooler. less humid conditions will be with Stark County through Friday. Warm and humid weather returns for Saturday along with the chance of another round of strong storms over the region.

High pressure from Iowa will travel over our region through Friday bringing sunshine, cooler temperatures and less humid conditions for Stark County communities.

The cold front that kicked up thunderstorms over northeast Ohio has continued moving eastward and out of the region allowing high pressure over Iowa to begin traveling our way. The high will allow for plenty of sunshine around the greater Stark County area through Friday.

Temperatures will also be more bearable going into the weekend along with a marked reduction in the humidity level making it feel much more pleasant for outdoor activities. Look for highs Friday in the low 80s.

Friday night winds shift to the south bringing an increase in temperatures around the region and giving us a chance of some light spotty showers. Temperatures will bottom out in the low 60s, then begin to rise in the early morning hours on Saturday.

A cold front will move in close to Lake Erie on Saturday causing an increase in humidity and temperatures for Saturday. The front will also cause rather unstable conditions over northeast Ohio kicking up some strong thunderstorms for Saturday afternoon and early evening. Highs Saturday will be in the upper 80s with some communities approaching the 90 degree mark.

Sunday’s temperatures will also be on the warm side with highs near 90. The chance of thunderstorms remains through Sunday and Monday.

Wednesday Storms Could Bring Strong Winds

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010

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Severe thunderstorms are possible Wednesday of most of Ohio. Extreme NW Ohio will see an increased chance of severe weather. The primary threat from Wednesday’s storms will be damaging winds and heavy rainfall.

Warm and humid air over Northeast Ohio gives us a chance of thunderstorms popping up at just about any time through Thursday. Severe storm chances increase for Wednesday afternoon and evening.

Tonight will bring another night of warm and muggy conditions over Stark County. Skies will remain partly cloudy through the nighttime hours with lows expected in the 70 degree range over most localities. Forecasters at the National Weather Service are saying that we should remain dry over Northeast Ohio through the night.

However, with the warm, moist, and unstable air mass in place over most of Ohio, popup thunderstorms can be expected at just about any time.

Wednesday will bring more favorable conditions for strong to severe thunderstorm development as a cold front travels across the state. Forecasters at the Storm Prediction Center say that thunderstorms due over Northeast Ohio on Wednesday have the potential for winds in excess of 60 MPH as well as locally heavy rainfall.

The best chances of strong to severe thunderstorms will occur in the afternoon and extend into the nighttime hours Wednesday night.

Highs Wednesday will be in the low 90s.

Any leftover thunderstorm activity should begin to diminish by Thursday allowing for dry conditions Thursday and Friday. Temperatures will also be closer to normal for this time of the year with highs in the low 80s.

Saturday should also remain dry with our next chance at some rain coming Saturday night. It will be a little warmer Saturday with highs in the mid 80s.

Cooler, Less Humid for Father’s Day

Sunday, June 20th, 2010

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Perfect Father’s Day Cookout Weather with highs Sunday in the mid 80s. Some clouds will move over the region in the afternoon, but still plenty of sunshine and a lot less humidity.

Terrific weather for celebrating Father’s Day in Stark County. Higher humidity and temperatures will return for Monday along with a chance of showers and thunder.

Stark County dads and granddads will find nearly perfect weather around the region for Father’s Day cookouts and outdoor celebrations. Temperatures will be a little cooler than yesterday with highs topping out in the low 80s. It will also be considerably less humid which will keep the sticky factor to a minimum through today. High pressure will serve to keep the showers and thunderstorms away for the day today.

Skies also will cooperate with sunny skies through the morning hours today. Clouds will begin to drift in through the afternoon hours in advance of a disturbance off to our west becoming mostly sunny through the evening hours.

Tonight, expect partly cloudy skies with lows in the lower 60s. Some areas may dip into the upper 50s before daybreak Monday.

A warm front returns for Monday bringing back warm and humid conditions to Northeast Ohio. Temperatures will climb into the upper 80s once again. The warmer temps combined with the increased moisture will also increase the heat indices for the afternoon and evening hours. A series of disturbances riding along the front will also increase the chances of scattered thunderstorms popping up.

Otherwise, expect partly cloudy skies for Monday.

Tuesday brings another frontal system across the region and another shot at some thunder. Highs will top out in the mid to upper 80s.

High pressure will once again build in over Northeast Ohio bringing an end the the threat of thunderstorms going into the weekend. Clear skies with highs in the lower 80s will settle in through Saturday.

Sunny Summer Days Ahead for Stark

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

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Sunny, dry weather will settle in over Stark County for Thursday and Friday. Temperatures will increase for the weekend with highs in the 90s for Saturday.

Stark County will see fair and dry weather conditions for the next few days thanks to a high pressure system in control of our weather pattern. Much warmer temps going into the weekend.

Sunshine and warm temperatures will settle in over Stark County for the remainder of the week as a high pressure system takes control of our weather pattern for the next few days.

For the remainder of this afternoon, expect plenty of sunshine and decreasing clouds over the entire area as the high continues to move across the region. Highs this afternoon will top out in the low 80s over the greater Stark County area.

Skies will continue to clear through the evening hours becoming partly cloudy tonight. A little cooler over the region tonight with lows generally right around 60 degrees.

Thursday will bring slightly cooler temperatures to the area along with plenty of sunshine. Highs Thursday will top out in the upper 70s.

Thursday night will see temperatures cool off into the upper 50s under clear, star-filled skies.

A warming trend begins Friday and continues into the upcoming weekend. Highs Friday will be in the upper 80s to near 90 under mostly sunny skies.

Saturday will bring the highest temperatures of the season so far with highs in the low 90s. Along with the higher temperatures will come the slight chance of a popup thunderstorms of two.

Strong Storms Possible for Saturday

Friday, June 11th, 2010

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Storm PRediction Center has most of Ohio including Stark County under a slight risk for severe weather Saturday. High winds and large hail will be the primary threat.

Warm, muggy conditions will develop over Stark County tonight as a tropical air mass blankets the region. Low pressure will advance north of the area Saturday destabilizing the atmosphere and increasing the threat of thunderstorms.

Warm moist air will advance into Northeast Ohio through the evening hours Friday and continue to entrench the entire region by daybreak Saturday. Tonight’s temperatures will actually INCREASE as the warm front moves through and continues its northward trek.

Scattered thunderstorms can be expected overnight tonight with some storms dumping impressive rainfall. Slow moving storms along the frontal boundary can become efficient ran producers and very heavy rainfall can be expected at times prompting localized flooding issues. Flood advisories may be posted later tonight.

The threat of showers and thunderstorms will ongoing Saturday as low pressure moves north of the region destabilizing the upper atmosphere. This instability may be enhanced if we manage to see some sun during the morning hours. Morning sunshine will cause temperatures to shoot into the mid 80s causing afternoon and evening thunderstorms to become more intense.

Some thunderstorms over the region Saturday could be on the strong to severe side. The Storm Prediction Center has most of Ohio, including Stark County, under a slight risk for severe weather. The main threats from any severe storms that may develop will be from large hail and damaging winds.

Summerlike Weekend Weather for Stark

Thursday, June 10th, 2010
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Warm, humid air will move in over Stark County communities from the south for the weekend allowing for summerlike weather conditions. There is a slight chance of a strong to severe thunderstorm to pop up almost anytime but especially for Saturday afternoon and evening.

Warm, moist air will move in over Stark County bringing summerlike conditions for your weekend weather pushing temperatures to near 90 degrees.

Weekend weather conditions for the weekend over Stark County is shaping up to be an introduction to summer. The high pressure system currently in control of our weather will shift east of the region tonight. This will set up a return of southerly winds and bring warm unstable air back to Northeast Ohio for the weekend.

High temperatures through the weekend will depend on how much cloud cover ends up filtering in through the daytime hours.

The warm and humid conditions also brings along an increased threat of thunderstorms. Scattered thunderstorms will begin to slide in over the area as early as Friday afternoon or evening and will continue to be possible through Sunday.
 
Some thunderstorms could also become severe with Saturday being the best day for strong to severe storm development.

The warm, moist air from the south will reside over Stark County beginning on Friday allowing highs during the daytime hours in the low 80s under a mix of clouds and sun. There is a slight chance of a thunderstorm popping up any time Friday.

Temperatures and thunderstorm chances increase for Saturday with highs in the mid to upper 80s under cloudy skies. The chance of a thunderstorm Saturday is 50 percent.

Lows Saturday night will be right around 70.

It will be warm again on Sunday with highs mostly in the mid 80s.

Cooler temperatures will move in with a cold front due to arrive over the area early next week. High pressure will bring sunshine and temperatures around 80 degrees for Sunday and Monday.

Thunderstorms Return to Stark

Tuesday, June 8th, 2010

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Thunderstorms arrive tonight over Stark County. No severe storms are expected for northeast Ohio but strong to severe thunderstorms are forecast for western portions of Ohio.

Another round of thunderstorms will develop and cross over Northeast Ohio tonight and into Wednesday. Some isolated areas may get periods of heavy rainfall, but no severe weather is expected.

Showers and thunderstorms will return to the Stark County area Tuesday night and continue through Wednesday. Although a few of the storms that move over the region may be on the strong side, no severe weather is expected over Stark County.

Isolated areas around the county may get periods of heavy rainfall during the night in and around thunderstorms.

Showers and thunderstorms will continue through Wednesday tapering off Wednesday afternoon into the evening.

Warming temperatures will highlight Thursday with highs expected to reach the low 80s under mostly sunny skies.

The warming trend will continue through the upcoming weekend with highs generally in the mid to upper 80s Saturday and Sunday with a chance of scattered thunderstorms.

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