Any Sustained Warmth Soon?

Viewers around town have been asking if and when we can expect some sustained warm weather. Now that we are into the month of May, it would seem plausible that truly warm weather is right around the corner. Not so fast!

Unfortunately, the forecasted jetstream pattern is such that Greater Nebraska has a greater chance of seeing sustained cooler than average temperatures rather than warmer than average weather that will stick around for a while. Through at least mid-month, the typical jetstream pattern will be one of a trough in the western and central states, with a ridge in the east. What that means for us is that any cold air still up in Canada will be able to come southward into the Plains, while warmer than average temperatures are in store for the Southeast, Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic States. We won't see any sustained warmth in Greater Nebraska until more of a ridge develops and locks in over the Plains states, but that doesn't look like it will happen for at least the next couple of weeks.

On the bright side, at least the threat of severe weather will be reduced while this pattern remains, which is certainly some good news.

Mike