Thursday, March 12, 2026

North Shore Hammered Over Night, South Shore Just Drenched

After stressing the higher severe risk with last night's cold front, unfortunately, the North Shore did see mainly widespread tree damage.  Both sides of the Lake received a welcome 1-2" of rain, but the wind damage appears confined to the North Shore.


 

The graphic on the SPC's site indicates only one report of a tornado, but many wind damage reports.



One thing that jumps out is zero storm reports south of Lake P.  We will enjoy several dry days before our next, stronger cold front arrives Sunday night.  Will it bring more severe weather?  Look at the difference between the upper air last night and the forecast for Monday PM.



Note how next Monday's dip is sharper & deeper.  We'll have to watch this as we get closer, as it's too far out to start getting you worried.  That dip will bring colder temps down to us.  Look at what's up over Canada.


It's still 20-30 below zero up there.  I don't think we'll have to worry about any freezes, but it will get quite chilly for Monday & Tuesday.  In the short term, all is quiet.





One thing this front has done is cleared away the pollen for a day.  Dew points 65-70 yesterday as in the 30s & 40s today.  It's good feel air IF you're dressed for it.


The warm-up will be quick this weekend, but look at next week's cool-down.  As I keep repeating, we are not done with sweaters and jackets.  Stay tuned!

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