- Tropical Forecast 07/18/2026: Disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico!
Good afternoon! Today, we actually have a tropical disturbance to talk about in the Gulf of Mexico. Invest 91L is currently situated off the west coast of central Florida, and will continue to slowly move to the northwest over the next couple of days. Over the next 2 days, it has a 30% chance of tropical cyclone development, and…Read more of Tropical Forecast 07/18/2026: Disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico!
- Forecast Refresh: Southern MS/AL/LA – 7/18/2026
The heat is here. And it’s gonna make you feel it. Highs will likely reach the upper 90s across the region. Accordingly, the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory through Monday evening (and that will probably be extended). Heat indexes will likely exceed 105 today and may reach over 110 in the coming days. Our area is…Read more of Forecast Refresh: Southern MS/AL/LA – 7/18/2026
- Here Comes the Heat: Southern MS/AL/LA Weather Forecast – 7/17/2026It’s the stagnant days of summer. Large ridge, no shear, bigtime humidity. And now we’re about to get the hottest temperatures of the year. Those dew points aren’t uncommon for July but that doesn’t make them any more enjoyable. Given that temperatures may hit triple digits by next week it’s pretty easy to say that it’ll be extremely unpleasant…
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- The Atlantic Awakens: 7/17/26 Tropical Forecast
It’s finally time we start seeing some X’s on the map. The Atlantic has apparently woken up this week with two tropical disturbances forming over the past few days. I think by now, almost everyone has heard about the “thing” spinning around in the Gulf. This system is associated with an upper-level low and a surface trough, bringing showers…Read more of The Atlantic Awakens: 7/17/26 Tropical Forecast
- Gulf Coast Regional Forecast – 07/17/26
As I’m writing this at around 1:15p CDT, temperatures are already in the lower 90s across our region. These temperatures will continue to rise as the day goes on, eventually reaching the upper 90s in some spots. It’s especially important to wear cool clothes, drink plenty of water, and apply sun protection today! This afternoon and this evening, we’re…
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