Activity has really picked up in the Tropics, with hurricane Danielle in the north, Tropical Storm Earl (for now) in the west and two disturbances along/off the coast of Africa. Earl is expected to push north, increasing in strength to potentially a major hurricane (category 3 or greater). Fortunately, no impacts across the USA are expected over the next several days.

Back to the local forecast, isolated to scattered showers/storms will be possible today. An upper level disturbance continues to slowly work through the area, bringing the opportunity this afternoon and again tomorrow. By Thursday, high pressure fills in to our north, keeping most of the area dry. Another area of low pressure and approaching cold front will then bring shower chances back to the area later Friday and throughout the weekend. 

In terms of rainfall amounts over the next 7 days, 1 to 2 inches can be expected. Locally higher amounts will of course be possible within thunderstorms, but in general, a soaking rain is expected through the next week. Thereafter, data shows a needed drier pattern, where temperatures will also warm up to be above average.

That will round out the forecast for today, be sure to check back in tomorrow as well! Give us a follow and/or shout out on Twitter and Facebook as well! (@SecretCityWx)

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High pressure shifts east today, allowing for moisture to increase out of the south. As it does so, a few isolated showers and storms could pop up this afternoon. A slow moving frontal boundary will then approach Saturday and throughout the holiday weekend, bringing widespread showers and storms each day. Some could bring heavy rainfall rates, leading to isolated flash flooding. The best chances for this will be Sunday and Labor Day (Monday). Check out our video forecast below for more on the forecast as well as an update on the Tropics and latest drought map.

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Much of the same as yesterday, just a touch warmer. Showers return Friday, with better chances into the extended weekend. Take a look at what you can expect, and more, below:

Gorgeous day in the works! The passing cold front has allowed for both cooler and less humid air today. Highs will warm a few more degrees to top out in the mid 80s, while overnight lows bottom out in the upper 50s to low 60s. Yes, finally a taste of Fall in some aspects. Moving forward, warmer temperatures return, with highs Friday around 90 degrees. Showers and storms (isolated to scattered) also return- mainly through the weekend.

The Tropics are ramping up! Three different disturbances are of concern, with two in particular worth keeping an eye on. The two off the coast of Africa and near the Caribbean could bring impacts, as they have a 40-60% chance of development over the next two days. It seems the second half of hurricane season will be a very active one.

Be sure to enjoy the great conditions and fall feel to start Thursday morning. Warmer temperatures once again return in the days ahead, with low chance shower/storm potential Saturday, Sunday, and into early next week.

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Pretty lame so far this morning, with little more than a few light showers and sprinkles for the valley. With that said, heavy showers are across the northeast, with activity picking up into the foothills and Smokies. This will be the case through this afternoon, before drier air finds us tonight. 

Looking at the temperature differences from this time yesterday, you can clearly make out the cold front. Kentucky, West/Middle TN, and north are all 10+ degrees cooler. We will feel the relief tonight, as lows bottom out in the mid 60s. Humidity will be much lower tomorrow as well, making afternoon highs feel very pleasant (topping out in the mid 80s).

Moving forward, a gradual warming trend will find us through the end of the work week, with highs by Friday around 90 degrees. Showers and storms also return (isolated to scattered in nature), continuing through the weekend. These will be best during the afternoon to evening hours each day (typical summer time activity).

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Warm and humid again today, with highs topping out in the upper 80s and low 90s. A few isolated showers/storms can't be ruled out this afternoon (mainly across Plateau and elevated locations) otherwise mostly dry for many. Working into tonight, cloud cover increases as a cold front approaches the area. A few showers/storms will be possible late, with activity increasing throughout the day tomorrow. Our best chances will be early to late afternoon Tuesday, with a few stronger storms not ruled out (but very low chances for severe). By Wednesday, high pressure fills back in with warming temperatures and mostly sunny skies the remainder of the work week.

Additionally, a few isolated instances of flash flooding will be possible, but again, low chances overall. ​As you can see below, nearly all of East Tennessee is within the marginal (5%) chance. Given the "pop up" activity we have seen in days past, some locations will be more susceptible to higher running water than others. Overall though, we are looking at an area-wide quarter to half an inch rainfall, before clear and dry conditions return. 

The best of the week will likely come Wednesday, as highs top out near average and humidity is much lower. This will gradually trend upwards in the days to follow so take advantage!

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Temperatures increase to the lower 90s this weekend, with afternoon pop up storms possible each day. Better chances arrive early to mid week, as a frontal boundary approaches the area. Check out more by watching below: