The remainder of Saturday did continue the way that was previously predicted, with rainy thunderstorms at night. Rain totals for the storm were 0.18 inches. The storm was more of an electrical storm than a rain storm. In Figure 1 a flash of lightning from the storm can be seen. Sunday was hot with clear skies and a light breeze. Temperatures reached the mid seventies and it was the perfect day for the Eau Claire marathon.
Figure 1. Lightning strike during Saturday night's storm.
Current Conditions:
Temperature: 66°F Feels Like: 66°F
Humidity: 40%
Wind Conditions: WSW 14 mph
Precipitation: 0%
Sky Conditions: sunny with clear skies
Visibility: 10.0 miles
Today in Eau Claire there are warm temperatures that are expected to increase through the day. As seen in Figure 2 there is a high pressure system to the east of Eau Claire today. Today will be another above average temperature day with highs expected to be around eighty. Today there will be strong warm southwest winds coming into the area.
Figure 1. Surface map of the United States for today.
Tomorrow's Forecast:
I believe the weather conditions currently being experienced in Eau Claire will last for the rest of the day with increasing temperatures. Clouds are predicted to enter the sky this evening. Tuesday morning is expected to be still and sunny, but showers are predicted to arrive in Eau Claire in the late afternoon. In Figure 3 the path of the rain storms can be seen moving east across north central United States with a low pressure system. The system should continue to advance into the area come Wednesday and bring more showers.
Figure 3. Path of thunderstorms and low pressure tracking across north central United States early this week.
Daily National Holiday:
Today is National Melanoma Monday Day! May is designated National Melanoma month and the first Monday of the month is designated to raise awareness about skin cancer. Make sure to get any skin abnormalities checked this summer and always use sunscreen.
