Fog, rain & t-storms kick-off Memorial Day

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Southeast remains in pattern characterized by plenty of moisture and dewpoints in the upper 60s higher, that’s supported by deep southwesterly flow.

High temperatures are likely to be several degrees cooler under overcast skies, generally in the upper 60s to lower 70s for areas north. Elsewhere, expect highs in the low to mid 80s.  Convection continues to be diurnally enhanced and summer-like, with highest chances in the afternoon, with a lull overnight. Some quasi-organized showers and thunderstorms is expected this afternoon,

bolstered by a remnant Gulf system lifting north and east. Any storms that form will have sufficient rainfall associated with them. A Level 0 out of 5 Risk for Excessive Rainfall is possible across portions of the forecast area, as localized flash flooding concerns continue. Training storms could drop a quick 2-3 inches of rainfall or more. A Flood Watch has been issued for areas along and

north of I-85 to highlight increased chances for localized flash flooding and flooding of creeks and streams through late Monday. The strongest pulses will likely have rain-loaded downdrafts capable of producing isolated damaging wind gusts. Any clustering of storms will likely bolster chances for damaging winds. Daily daytime-driven showers and thunderstorms will continue to affect most of north and Middle Georgia through the extended forecast as we continue this wetter period.