News Summary
Savannah is set to experience warmer and more humid weather this week, with afternoon highs reaching the upper 80s and weekend temperatures climbing into the lower 90s. As summer continues until September 22, heat index values may soar to the upper 90s. A cold front approaching Sunday may bring showers, followed by cooler temperatures next week. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Erin is intensifying in the Atlantic, prompting High Surf and Small Craft Advisories along the East Coast, highlighting the need for caution amidst changing weather conditions.
Savannah, Georgia – This week, warmer and more humid weather is expected to settle into Savannah, with afternoon high temperatures soaring into the upper 80s. Morning temperatures will start in the 60s away from the coast, gradually increasing as humidity builds throughout the day, driven by southeast winds. Dry conditions are forecasted to prevail throughout the day and evening on Friday, with sunset temperatures dropping to the lower 80s.
As the weekend approaches, morning lows are predicted to return near 70 degrees through Sunday, while high temperatures will climb into the lower 90s. Given that it is still summer until September 22, heat index values may reach the upper 90s. Saturday looks mostly dry, with forecasts predicting highs in the low to mid 90s and continued muggy conditions. By Sunday, warm weather persists with expected highs in the lower 90s; however, a cold front is likely to approach late in the day, introducing the possibility of showers and storms.
Looking ahead, this cold front is expected to stall off the coast early next week. Following this, northeast winds may gust near 20 miles per hour on Monday, accompanied by a shift in weather. Cooler temperatures are anticipated next week, with morning lows dropping back into the 60s and daytime highs only reaching the low to mid 80s. Rain chances will be elevated along the coast through the middle of next week, as moisture from the stalled cold front interacts with local conditions.
On a separate note, a tropical update reveals an area of low pressure forming off the western coast of Africa, with a high chance of development over the next week. However, there are currently no immediate concerns regarding this low-pressure system, as its potential impact is estimated to be at least a week and a half away. Long-range models suggest that the system is likely to remain over open water.
Another storm, Tropical Storm Erin, has formed off the coast of Africa and is projected to intensify into a major hurricane as it makes its way across the Atlantic. Erin is currently situated about 500 miles away from the U.S. mainland, moving northeastward. Although this storm is several hundred miles offshore, a High Surf Advisory and High Rip Current risks are in effect, extending through Thursday, due to dangerous marine conditions. It is advised that precautions should be taken as rip currents and high surf are anticipated, with waves expected to reach heights between 4 to 7 feet.
Furthermore, a Small Craft Advisory will remain in place through Friday afternoon, despite Erin moving away from the East Coast. Forecasts indicate that while Erin may weaken, it is likely to strengthen again to a Category 3 hurricane as it approaches North Carolina’s Outer Banks.
As the storm season remains active, the peak of hurricane season will occur in the second week of September, highlighting the importance of remaining prepared and aware of changing weather conditions in the Savannah area.
In summary, residents and visitors of Savannah should keep abreast of the anticipated warmer and humid weather, prepare for possible rain and storms over the weekend, and stay informed regarding the developments of Tropical Storm Erin and its potential impact on weather patterns in the coming days.
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Additional Resources
- The Weather Channel
- Wikipedia: Weather in the United States
- WTOC Weather Forecast
- Google Search: Savannah GA Weather
- WJCL Severe Storms Update
- Google Scholar: Severe Weather in Georgia
- Savannah Now Hurricane Update
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Hurricane
- WTOC Friday Weather Forecast
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