Storms develop Saturday, drying out Sunday

The Harvest Moon, mostly kept hidden by clouds Friday night, finally peeked through night sky in the Farmersville area, Sept. 16, 2016. The moon will be nearly full and visible each night through the weekend. (Jim Noelker/Staff)

The Harvest Moon, mostly kept hidden by clouds Friday night, finally peeked through night sky in the Farmersville area, Sept. 16, 2016. The moon will be nearly full and visible each night through the weekend. (Jim Noelker/Staff)

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The Harvest Moon was in the night sky Friday, but cloud cover kept it mostly hidden. The moon will be nearly full and visible each night through the weekend. The Harvest Moon is the full moon closest to the autumnal equinox.

QUICK-LOOK FORECAST

  • Scattered storms likely Saturday
  • Heavy downpours, gusty winds possible
  • Drying out on Sunday

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DETAILED FORECAST

More clouds return through the overnight hours, Storm Center 7 Meteorologist McCall Vrydaghs said.

There is a chance of a few showers or storms before daybreak, mainly north and west. It will be staying mild and muggy with lows around 70 degrees.

Saturday: A cold front will bring scattered showers and storms to the Miami Valley on Saturday. A few showers or storms are possible during the morning, but a better chance comes into the afternoon as the cold front arrives. Anyone headed to the Air Force Marathon in the morning should remain weather aware.

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Severe weather is not expected, but any storms could produce heavy rain, gusty winds and lightning. Winds outside of any storm could be breezy at times as the front arrives. Highs for the day climb into the upper 70s. Showers and storms should taper from northwest to southeast through Saturday night. Lows fall into the middle 60s.

Sunday: A few lingering showers are possible early Sunday morning, mainly southeast before the cold front finally clears the area. Clouds will break for some sunshine into the afternoon. Highs will be in the upper 70s.

Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant conditions start the workweek, with highs in the lower 80s.

Tuesday: Still warm to start the day with a few more clouds. There is a slight chance of a passing sprinkle or shower in the morning as a weak cold front passes. Highs will be in the lower 80s.

Wednesday: Mostly sunny and warm conditions are expected with highs in the lower 80s.