As we approach the weekend, the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) is keeping a close watch on the weather in several parts of the United States. According to their long-range outlook for days 4 to 8, severe weather is expected to hit various regions, with the potential for dangerous storms and tornadoes. If you live in or around the Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee Valleys, or the Deep South, it’s a good idea to prepare and stay informed.
The SPC has highlighted Sunday, March 30, 2025, through Monday morning, March 31, 2025, as the first major day of concern. This is when there’s a 15% chance—or what’s considered a “slight risk”—of severe weather. What does this mean for you? Simply put, it’s a signal that conditions are favorable for strong thunderstorms, and it’s wise to stay up to date with weather alerts and forecasts as this system develops.
However, experts warn that this outlook could change as the storm system strengthens. With a developing storm expected to move across the Mississippi River Valley, it’s possible that the risk could be raised to 30%, meaning the potential for more severe weather. This would be a significant upgrade, indicating that the likelihood of dangerous weather is more than just a possibility.
On Monday, March 31, 2025, the weather will shift eastward, impacting the Middle and South Atlantic regions. Areas from Virginia down to Georgia will be under a slight risk for severe weather. Much like Sunday’s forecast, there is an elevated tornado risk for the area. The storm system will continue to push across the eastern United States, potentially causing major disruptions.
The storms that will affect these regions this weekend are not unexpected. Weather models have shown signs of a strong outbreak of thunderstorms. While the SPC has not yet labeled these storms as severe in their official forecast, the likelihood of storms becoming intense is high. The danger will start to appear on Saturday in the lower Mississippi Valley, but the exact timing and intensity will be clearer later this week.
We can expect low pressure to form in the Middle Mississippi Valley by Sunday. This low-pressure system will then move toward the Great Lakes by Monday, dragging a cold front with it. On Sunday, this cold front will set off severe weather, including thunderstorms and possibly tornadoes, across the Mississippi River Valley, the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys, and the Deep South. By Monday, the cold front will push eastward, bringing the risk to the East Coast.
As the weekend approaches, weather experts are urging people to stay informed and have a plan in place in case the storms intensify. Conditions will be monitored closely, and updates will be provided in the coming days. So, make sure you are prepared, stay alert, and keep an eye on local weather warnings.
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