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Yahoo
15 minutes ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Severe storms to continue as calendar turns to June
Friday offered a break from thunderstorms in the Plains. The stormy corridor shifted back into the Plains on Saturday. Unfortunately for storm-weary residents, AccuWeather meteorologists say that more severe weather is on the way. Thunderstorms that are expected to form in southern Kansas and northern Oklahoma on Saturday night will dive southward into Sunday morning. This could give residents of places like Oklahoma City an early wakeup call. From there, the storms will lose some of their intensity and may largely fall apart as they head toward Dallas by mid-morning on the app? Unlock AccuWeather Alerts™ with Premium+ However, storms are likely to redevelop Sunday afternoon. While they could form as far north as Dallas, they can be a bit more numerous farther to the south. The focus will be in Texas, with cities such as Waco, Austin and Houston all in the risk zone for Sunday afternoon and evening. Hail, flooding and isolated tornadoes will all be possible. A much wider expanse of real estate will be at risk for severe weather on Monday. "A dynamic pair of storms set to march into the western United States this weekend are expected to work in tandem to prompt a risk for severe weather across the center of the nation on Monday, with hail, damaging winds and the potential for a few tornadoes being the main concerns," explained AccuWeather Meteorologist Brandon Buckingham. Other factors will come together to continue the severe weather into Tuesday and Wednesday. A fast-moving river of air in the upper atmosphere, known as the jet stream, will begin to strengthen over the Plains. In addition, warm and humid air will be flowing northward from the Gulf. A cold front moving eastward will also act as focusing mechanism for the thunderstorms. The cold front will collide with a preceding warm air mass. This difference in temperature will be another ingredient for the severe storms. The severe risk on Tuesday will extend from southwestern Wisconsin and western Illinois southwestward to northern Texas on Tuesday. This will be east of the area at risk the previous day. The front will continue eastward on Wednesday. One difference on Wednesday will be a loss of some of the energy in the atmosphere. While the initial energy weakens, a new storm will be moving into the southern Plains. "Another wave of low pressure is expected to roll out of the Rockies and into the central United States into midweek, which can keep the risk for severe weather in place across the center of the nation," said Buckingham. Even in the absence of severe weather, that new area of low pressure moving along the front will enhance rainfall. In parts of this area, the rainfall will help to alleviate a developing drought. Meanwhile, other places such as central and southern Missouri, southeastern Kansas and Oklahoma have had rainfall well above the historical average in May. For example, Springfield, Missouri, has received 7.57 inches of rain. Well over half of that came in just a three-day span. Therefore, some rivers and streams may be be elevated and any excessive rain could cause localized flooding. Showers and thunderstorms will continue to progress eastward to end the week. Meanwhile, the next cold front will be moving into the Plains by next weekend. AccuWeather meteorologists will continue to monitor any potential for severe weather with that front in the coming days. Want next-level safety, ad-free? Unlock advanced, hyperlocal severe weather alerts when you subscribe to Premium+ on the AccuWeather app. AccuWeather Alerts™ are prompted by our expert meteorologists who monitor and analyze dangerous weather risks 24/7 to keep you and your family safer.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Will rain play spoilsport in PBKS vs MI Qualifier 2 in Ahmedabad?
Just two days after Mumbai Indians knocked Gujarat Titans out of 2025 in the Eliminator, the Hardik Pandya-led side will return for Qualifier 2 against Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While Royal Challengers Bengaluru have already confirmed their spot in the final with an emphatic win over Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1, MI and PBKS will battle it out for the second spot in the summit clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The final is scheduled for June 3 at the same venue. However, the weather in Ahmedabad points to the possibility of rain playing spoilsport in the penultimate game of IPL 2025. It is understood that the Narendra Modi Stadium is experiencing frequent showers, although no heavy rains have been reported. A PBKS training session was briefly affected by rain as well. IPL 2025 Winner Prediction: What Greenstone Lobo's Astrology says Ahmedabad weather forecast for Sunday, June 1 Threats of rain spoiling the high octane clash persist as weather forecasts suggest the likelihood of showers. The mercury will rise to a maximum of 38 degrees, with it dipping to a low of 31°C in the evening. AccuWeather predicts a breezy evening, with the possibility of late showers. AccuWeather predicts the possibility of late showers in Ahmedabad on the day of Qualifier 2 (Image via AccuWeather) What happens if it rains during PBKS vs MI? While the possibility of the game being washed out is minimal, there remains adequate reason for caution. If the game on Sunday is delayed due to rain, there is a 120-minute window up until which it can be pushed back. Poll What impact do you think the rain will have on the match? Game will be played without interruptions Rain will delay the game Game will be washed out What happens if PBKS vs MI is washed out? If Qualifier 2 between Shreyas Iyer-led Punjab and Hardik Pandya's MI does not take place, the table-toppers will get automatic qualification to the final by virtue of their superior finish in the points table after the league stage. PBKS finished top of the table with 19 points while MI made the playoffs after finishing fourth with 16 points.
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Jersey Shore summer forecast. Will we have good beach days this summer?
It's been a slow start for summer heat. Don't worry, it's coming. The spring has yet to offer up too many great beach days to start the summer of 2025. On days we did see the temperatures rise, we typically also dealt with rain. Hot, sunny beach days have been few and far between, but things could change. Quickly. According to USA Today, June 1 marks the first day of meteorological summer, the kickoff of the three months that typically feel the hottest (although the calendar will technically say it's spring until June 20). According to multiple outlooks, summer 2025 will be a scorcher. The summer forecast calls for hotter-than-normal temperatures from coast-to-coast, according to NOAA's Climate Prediction Center and other private forecasters. "Model guidance was overwhelmingly above normal across the U.S. and most of Alaska for the upcoming summer season," Johnna Infanti, meteorologist for NOAA's Climate Prediction Center told USA TODAY via email. This summer calls for above average temperatures for most of the United States, including New Jersey. According to accuweather, the first week of June will be dry and warm at the Jersey Shore. After two cool days to start the month, we should be into the upper 80s and creeping into the lower 90s by midweek. The second week looks cooler, with temperatures falling to reach 80 degrees most days. It will also be wet with rain forecasted for three days. The last two weeks of the month are fairly similar to the first two. We'll have a few days with high temperatures struggling to reach 80 degrees, but for the most part we'll see high temperatures in the low-80s. July looks like a perfect month for beach lovers. Accuweather's long-range forecast calls for mostly sunny days with temperatures in the mid-to-upper 80s. Bad news is after a June that has a lot of chances for rain, July looks to be much dryer until the last week when there are few chances for rain. August looks a lot like July. It's going to be a great month for people who enjoy outdoor activities. Temperatures look to stay mostly in the mid-80s with few chances for rain until the end of the month. The last week of summer could be a wet one, but that's after three weeks of mostly sunny skies. Obviously these forecasts will change, but for now it looks like it's going to be a great weather summer at the Jersey Shore. This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: New Jersey summer weather 2025 calls for great beach weather
Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Experts warn of dramatic spikes in US households' energy bills this summer: 'Unprecedented'
A new AccuWeather report forecasts searing temperatures, more frequent droughts, and higher power bills across large swaths of the United States this summer. According to the news release shared by PR Newswire, hotter weather is expected to impact millions of Americans, with meteorologists predicting temperatures three degrees or higher above average for much of the U.S. Higher energy bills are expected as people crank up the air conditioning to find relief. "Make sure your air conditioners are ready for another hot summer across much of the country, especially the western and central U.S. We expect a summer with more extremes, including extreme heat waves, expanding drought and the potential for big wildfires and major hurricanes later in the summer," AccuWeather Lead Long-Range Expert Paul Pastelok said. Droughts across the western U.S. could spark wildfires, even during monsoon season when thunderstorms trigger lightning strikes that hit dry landscape and potentially cause it to burn. Overall temperatures are projected to climb above historical averages in 45 states, with 14 in the central and western U.S. expected to see the highest temperatures. Heatwaves are extremely dangerous for the elderly, young, immunocompromised, or anyone without air conditioning, as extreme heat causes more deaths than hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, and cold weather combined, according to AccuWeather senior meteorologist and climate expert Brett Anderson. The impacts of scorching summer temperatures are usually worse in major cities, where the urban heat island effect makes the surrounding air feel hotter than it would in rural or suburban areas because of the dark-colored asphalt and concrete buildings. If someone lacks air conditioning, they're at a higher risk of experiencing heat-related illnesses and other health issues. In highly humid climates, warm weather can be even deadlier because the body struggles to maintain a safe core temperature without the ability to cool down through sweating. Recent studies show an alarming increase in heat-related deaths over the past two decades across the U.S., and the trend is likely to continue as global temperatures continue to climb because of the shifting climate. Human activities — namely the burning of dirty fuels such as oil and gas — are driving rapid changes in the climate that are contributing to more extreme weather. Scientists have been observing these long-term shifts in weather patterns since the mid-1800s, but the effects haven't been felt to an extreme degree until the past decade. How often do you worry about your energy bills? Every day A few times a week A few times a month Only when I pay it Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. NASA reported that "the rate of change since the mid-20th century is unprecedented over millennia." "While Earth's climate has changed throughout its history, the current warming is happening at a rate not seen in the past 10,000 years," it added. Rising global temperatures act like "steroids for weather," as climate tech investor Molly Wood explained. Burning dirty fuels causes the atmosphere to trap excess heat and hold more moisture, which triggers more intense storms, hurricanes, wildfires, and every other kind of natural disaster. Addressing the overheating planet is costly, but ignoring the consequences is far more expensive. Luckily, governments, climate tech companies, and other organizations have come up with solutions to help us withstand the effects of the warming world. For example, the U.S. government just unlocked $7 billion in solar panel incentives that will help homeowners switch to cleaner energy that can reduce the pollution in the atmosphere, thereby contributing to a cooler planet. Companies have also made breakthroughs in battery tech that allow for longer storage, increasing grid resiliency and ensuring people have enough power at night when demand peaks. Installing solar panels with a backup battery system can make your home safer and more prepared to handle extreme weather events during power outages. Plus, your energy costs will be drastically lower or even reduced to nothing, allowing you to save that money for other home improvements that increase security as the climate shifts. If you're interested in going solar, the online marketplace EnergySage offers a free service that allows you to compare quotes from vetted installers and save up to $10,000 on solar installations. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Summer 2025 forecast calls for 'overwhelmingly above normal' heat starting in June
Meteorologists say summer is right around the corner — and it's set to be a doozie. June 1 marks the first day of meteorological summer, the kickoff of the three months that typically feel the hottest (although the calendar will technically say it's spring until June 20). According to multiple outlooks, summer 2025 will be a scorcher. The summer forecast calls for hotter-than-normal temperatures from coast-to-coast, according to NOAA's Climate Prediction Center and other private forecasters. "Model guidance was overwhelmingly above normal across the U.S. and most of Alaska for the upcoming summer season," Johnna Infanti, meteorologist for NOAA's Climate Prediction Center told USA TODAY via email. No part of the U.S. is forecast to see a cooler-than-average summer. That's bad news for: Cooling bills, which could run high this summer, AccuWeather warned. Wildfires, as smoke is already causing problems with air quality. Extreme heat illness and death, which is deadlier than floods, tornadoes, wind storms, or hurricanes. Above normal temperatures most likely over the West, Southwest, Florida, and New England, Infanti said. Keep your cool: Experts on how to stay safe, avoid sunburns in record-high temps An overall hotter and drier summer forecast still remains in place across a lot of the country, said DTN meteorologist John Baranick in a an online forecast. The Northwest, Northern Rockies, and Great Plains have greater chances of below-normal precipitation, the CPC said. Drought is favored to persist or expand in these regions and in the Southwest. The Eastern U.S. is favored to see a wetter summer, including some drought relief later in June. Parts of the nation have a greater likelihood of significant wildfires, according to the National Interagency Coordination Center. In June, the coastal Southeast, central Texas, the Four Corners, and parts of California and the Pacific Northwest have greater risk of fire. In July and August, fire risk transitions to Hawaii, the Southern Plains, and parts of the Great Basin, California, and the Northwest. However, as the nation saw in late May, fires in Canada can impact air quality down here in the U.S. AccuWeather meteorologist Paul Pastelok said that fires in Canada will likely bring smoke to the northwestern and north-central U.S. through the summer, exacerbating health concerns for people susceptible to poor air quality. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Summer 2025 forecast calls for a sweltering temps across US
