Morning Weather Report: Stormy Day Possible as Cooler Air Begins
Today
Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly between 2pm and 5pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Increasing clouds, with a high near 84. West wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly between 11pm and 5am. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Cloudy, with a low around 66. Southeast wind 3 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Tomorrow
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then showers likely between 8am and 2pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Cloudy, with a high near 77. Light and variable wind becoming west 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tomorrow Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Morning Weather Report [06/28/21] Heat Advisory; Index Could be as High as 101 Degrees
Today*
Isolated showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 101. Southwest wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 71. Southwest wind 3 to 7 mph.
Tomorrow
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 100. Southwest wind 6 to 9 mph.
Tomorrow Night
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southwest wind around 7 mph.
*Click Here to View Heat Advisory & Precaution Details [12:00 PM Monday - 8:00 PM Tuesday]
HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON MONDAY TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY
Heat index values between 95 and 104 expected.
Portions of northeast New Jersey, southern Connecticut and southeast New York.
From noon Monday to 8 PM EDT Tuesday.
High temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.
The highest index values will occur during the afternoon and early evening hours. Heat Advisories may need to be extended into Wednesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.
A Heat Advisory is issued when the combination of heat and humidity is expected to make it feel like it is 95 to 99 degrees for two or more consecutive days, or 100 to 104 degrees for any length of time.
Seniors and those with chronic health problems or mental health conditions are at an increased risk.
Homes without air conditioning can be much hotter than outdoor temperatures. Use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has air conditioning. Check on vulnerable friends, family members and neighbors.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! In cases of heat stroke call 9 1 1.
Memorial Day Weather Forecast Improves
The National Weather Service, NYC has forecasted a better day tomorrow in Westport.
"A chance of drizzle or light rain, mainly before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 67. Northwest wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%."
Chances of rain will quickly lessen after sunrise, going from a 30% chance at 7:00 AM to just a 19% chance at 8:00 AM. By noon, chances will be less than 10%.
After a weekend that drenched the community, Memorial Day honors will most likely be given the go ahead as Mother Nature gives Westport a chance at drying out.
The Westport Memorial Day Parade begins at 9:00 AM from Saugatuck Elementary School, and will continue to Post Road and Myrtle Avenue, ending at Town Hall. The Town of Westport will announce the parade’s cancellation if needed early tomorrow morning.
Morning Weather Report [05/30/21] Sunday Bust; Memorial Day May be Saved
Today
Rain. High near 49. Northeast wind around 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain before 2am, then a chance of drizzle or light rain after 2am. Low around 47. Northeast wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tomorrow
A chance of drizzle or light rain, mainly before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70. Northwest wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tomorrow Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 53. Light west wind.
Morning Weather Report [05/29/21]: Rainy, Cool
Today
Rain. High near 54. Northeast wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain likely. Cloudy, with a low around 46. Northeast wind 11 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow
Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. Northeast wind 11 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tomorrow Night
A 50 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. North wind 5 to 7 mph.
Rain Drops into the Saugatuck
Raindrops bubble up into the Saugatuck River off of Ford Road this afternoon.
Morning Weather Report [05/26/21] Hot; Possibly Stormy Evening
Today
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Southwest wind 8 to 14 mph.
Low Tides: 5:55 AM / 6:04 PM
High Tides: 11:48 AM
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly between 8pm and 2am. Some of the storms could produce small hail and gusty winds. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph becoming west after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tomorrow
Sunny, with a high near 81. Northwest wind 7 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. North wind 6 to 8 mph.
Morning Weather Report [05/20/21]
Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. Calm wind becoming southeast 5 to 7 mph in the morning.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 55. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Tomorrow
Partly sunny, with a high near 76. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 8 mph in the morning.
Tomorrow Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. Light south wind.
Morning Weather Report [05/17/21]: Sun Drenched Week Ahead
Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 53. Southwest wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Tomorrow
Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. West wind 5 to 8 mph.
Tomorrow Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 56. Light northwest wind.
Northern Storm Misses Westport
Storm clouds dump rain onto northern parts of Fairfield County, as seen from Route 1 in Westport this afternoon. Although slight chances of rain remain for the community through early evening, the clouds missed Westport as they moved through the State.