Tropics Remain Quiet While August Front Approaches...

Ever since Hurricane Elsa became the earliest 5th named storm on July 1st, the Tropics have gone to sleep.  In fact the average date for the 5th storm is August 31st so we were 2 months ahead of schedule.  Models continue to keep things quiet for the next 10-14 days, so we are getting back to a more typical season time frame wise.

All the tropical action remains in the eastern Pacific, but even there the storms are struggling. 

So let's focus on what will change our current heat wave into a rainier pattern for Monday & Tuesday with some drier air coming for Wednesday through Friday.

I've drawn where the upper low is located with the east coast trough developing over the Great Lakes.  A cold front has cleared out all the humidity behind the front bringing cooling relief to millions.

Check out how "chilly" it is over the Northeast.  Those folks will need sweaters and jackets tonight.

Dew points are in the 40s & 50s north of the front making the air feel terrific.  Notice we are still in the mid to upper 70s!  We do have some spotty local showers that have brought some relief from the heat.

With more clouds and shower coverage expected for the next 2 days, highs should be held to the upper 80s and lower 90s.

What really looks great for August is to see "not as humid" in the forecast.   With lower humidity, we should see overnight lows drop into the 60s far north while south of Lake P. the lows should get into the mid to upper 70s.  At least we should get below 80 for morning lows and that will feel nice.  Stay tuned!