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Emily Merz

I am a junior broadcast meteorology major with a communications minor at Mississippi State University.

Mild-ish Day Today, Possible Afternoon Showers

Temps and humidity are sticking to the trend today – temps in the high 70s and dewpoints in the high 60s (so sticky, but not unbearable).

The NWS said that some afternoon pop ups are possible, but HRRR shows most of the fun weather happening to our east. In their words, “Don’t think it’ll be widespread, but we’ll probably see some pavement wetters prior to sunset this evening.” read more

Dry and Pleasant Today, Rain Chance Sunday

Today, there is no rain in sight. Temperatures will be in the low 80’s, and dewpoints in the 60’s. It’ll be a great day for outdoor activities.

Next Rain Chance

Eyes are on Sunday as the next day for rain. A low pressure trough will start pushing south, and with it comes some rain chances. The HRRR, as of now, thinks this will enter our area early in the morning Sunday, but this timing is uncertain. Other models think it’ll be later. read more

Remnants of Ida Approach Today

Let’s jump right in. Ida made landfall yesterday as a category 4 hurricane. It has since weakened down to a tropical storm, and is expected to be a tropical depression when it comes through our area, far weaker than what we’ve seen in Louisiana. Our impacts will be somewhat dependent on the exact track Ida takes as it turns our direction. We’ll be publishing a special blog this afternoon/evening with all of the details that become evident throughout the day. read more