Weekend Weather: Flooding Possible in Some Areas

Tampa Bay area residents may find themselves a bit waterlogged over the weekend.

The National Weather Service is calling for a strong chance of rain throughout the weekend. The good news, however, is that temperatures are anticipated to remain a bit lower as a result.

While no widespread severe weather is anticipated, forecasters say the potential for locally heavy rainfall is also increasing the chances of flooding over the next few days. In addition, thunderstorms that move into the area do have the potential to create strong winds and frequent lightning strikes.

As the rains move through, motorists are warned to take care as they travel on flood-prone roads.

Here’s a look at the forecast:

Friday

• High temperature – Upper 80s in most parts of the Bay
• Low temperature – Upper 70s
• Rain chances – About 70 percent in the daytime hours and roughly 30 percent overnight.

Saturday

• High temperature – Upper 80s
• Low temperature – Upper 70s
• Rain chances – Showers are likely in the region with about a 70 percent chance forecast during the daytime hours. Overnight, storm chances drop to about 30 percent.

Sunday

• High temperature – Low 90s
• Low temperature – Upper 70s
• Rain chances – About 50 percent in the daytime hours and 30 percent overnight.

Forecasters anticipate a rainy start to the workweek, as well.

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