HUMIDITY

Highs drop from the low 90s to mid-70s by the end of the week

Sunday is still comfortable, but temperatures are well above average for the very end of summer

That sunshine means warmer than average temperatures to start fall

Cool mornings and warm afternoons take us through the rest of the week

A few downpours form in the mountains and in areas east of US-220

Rain chances gradually diminish between Tuesday and Friday

Comfortably warm afternoons and cooler mornings take us through Friday

One front will be responsible for some changeable weather in less-than 24 hours

We're tracking a front that will bring storms, followed by a break in the humidity

Expect similar conditions from today through the end of the month

Daily shower chances start today and last well into next week

The long-awaited drop in humidity is coming, but we'll have to wait a few days

Pattern turns wetter and stormier at times heading into the weekend

Warmth, humidity and scattered afternoon storms return to the forecast this weekend

Each day through Independence Day has heat, humidity, and at least some chance for storms

Enjoy the brief break in humidity through Wednesday morning

A welcomed drop in humidity gives the A/C a break the next two mornings

The week starts with active weather before more comfortable conditions by Tuesday

A refreshing breeze comes in on the back side of our passing storm system

A few storms Thursday afternoon and evening may turn strong or severe

Things will feel even more pleasant from Thursday through Saturday

The heat index will get close to 100° in some spots most days this week

Unseasonably low humidity leads to more comfortable weather, less rain chances

Temperatures top out in the 90s for much of the area through Friday

Air quality continues to be poor for the southern half of the area Thursday

Wildfire smoke leads to hazy sunshine for most of the week, especially Wednesday.

Mid-July is behaving just as you would expect it to, weather-wise

The heat index rises into the mid to upper 90s for parts of the area again Tuesday afternoon

The heat index will approach 100° in the eastern half of the area some afternoons this week

Now that Elsa is gone, a typical summer weather pattern unfolds through at least the weekend

A cool front passes Friday, leading to lower rain chances and humidity levels

Storms Thursday and Friday morning can drop some very heavy rain in spots

Highs in the upper 80s and lower 90s through at least Wednesday

90° heat makes a comeback for parts of the area next week

Temperatures and humidity levels rise in time for the first full weekend of summer

Once again, we'll get a little taste of early fall and late spring once our cold front passes

We'll get a needed break from high humidity in the coming days

It will feel much more comfortable at times this week, following another cool front

High heat will return by mid-week before cooling off for the weekend

ROANOKE, Va. – We started the weekend off on a gloomy note as many dealt with numerous clouds, spotty rain and cooler temperatures. We’ll end it warmer with a little more sunshine mixed in and also a few thunderstorms late in the day. Zone temperature forecast (WSLS)Our second front of the day will approach during the evening, sparking storms from west to east. You’ll really feel a difference in the air by Tuesday, as cooler and drier air fully filters in from the north. Three day humidity tracker (WSLS)The cooler and drier air will be accompanied by sunshine Tuesday and Wednesday.

ROANOKE, Va. Thursday marks the average peak of hurricane season, with two named storms (Paulette and Rene) currently in the open Atlantic. FutureTracker - Friday afternoonAs that front sags south of our area, high pressure toward New England will wedge in some cooler air. We may still have some fog and drizzle in the morning, followed by warmth, humidity and a few late day storms. Once a front passes the area early next week, well say goodbye to the chance for showers and hello to lower humidity. Humidity levels drop by next Tuesday and WednesdayBy that time, Paulette will likely be a hurricane well off the East Coast toward Bermuda.

The storm system sending that moisture in from the East Coast will give rise to scattered downpours. This is the one part of the area that stands the best chance of heavy rain throughout the day. FutureTracker - Noon WednesdayScattered afternoon downpours will also be possible around Lynchburg and the Roanoke Valley during the afternoon. Chances are lower during the daytime in the New River Valley and Highlands. Its possible that these pockets become targeted more toward parts of the New River Valley and Roanoke Valley.

ROANOKE, Va. Humidity levels will still be tolerable throughout the day Tuesday, but that all changes as we continue throughout the week. Name or not, it means an increase in humidity and scattered storms almost each day between Wednesday and Friday. Rather, the coastal system will continue to pump moisture into the region by Thursday to give us scattered showers and storms. FutureTracker - Saturday afternoon in the Mid-Atlantic statesCome Sunday, the system that dumps snow on the Rockies will pull northwest of our area. This will leave us with the chance for showers and storms with temperatures only slightly warmer than Saturday.

A large area of high pressure is what we should thank for the wonderful weather. High vs. Low pressure (WSLS)After a cool start to the day, look for temperatures to warm to the low to mid 80s by afternoon. Well continue to see abundant sunshine and low humidity for this middle day of Labor Day weekend. Future Tracker Sunday 4 p.m. (WSLS)The weather looks pleasant for the Labor Day holiday as well. Three day humidity tracker (WSLS)While our local weather is quiet, the tropical Atlantic is quite active.

High pressure will settle in as our dominant weather maker and the sinking air will inhibit all rain chances and most cloud cover. Saturday planner (WSLS)If you like the cooler air this morning, youll be in luck tomorrow morning! Otherwise, well just call it free air conditioning as you can leave your windows open tonight and enjoy the cooler air. Sunday morning lows (WSLS)Labor Day will also feature morning lows in the 50s. Heres your Saturday morning weather headlines.

ROANOKE, Va. The remnants of Laura have merged with a cold front, which passed through the area overnight. High pressure will set up to our northwest today, providing partly to mostly sunny skies throughout the day. Future Tracker Sunday 5 p.m. (WSLS)The biggest thing youll notice about the weather today is the reduced humidity! (WSLS)Unfortunately, more moisture will filter in Monday and Tuesday, so itll be a short-lived break from the typical summer humidity. The same batch of high pressure that will give us nice weather today will be a factor in our expected cloudy, damp and cool conditions Monday.

Look for highs in the low 90s across the Roanoke Valley, Lynchburg, Southside and the Highlands. When you factor in the humidity, heat index values could peak in the mid to upper 90s. The greatest risk for severe weather is well to our northeast today, across portions of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland. This evening's severe weather outlook (WSLS)Look for similarly hot conditions on Wednesday and Thursday with storm chances staying relatively low, save for an isolated storm in the mountains. Weekend planner (WSLS)A cold front could provide much more pleasant conditions (cooler temperatures, lower humidity and sunshine) for Sunday and early next week.

ROANOKE, Va. After a few spring-like mornings, the humidity is slowly creeping its way back into the picture. This, along with a front nearby, is going to trigger more showers and storms to develop after 12 or 1 p.m. Wednesday. By Thursday, well see similar temperatures but storms will mostly be confined to the New River Valley. This means minimal chances for storms and typical summer heat returning. Each has a high chance of developing into a tropical storm within the next few days, at which point we would have Laura and Marco.

Yesterdays rainfall totals peaked at about two inches, mainly in the New River Valley. August has been wetter across our other forecast regions and Saturdays rain added to the surplus that Southside, the New River Valley and Lynchburg have experienced. Since our front is moving away from the area, it appears rain chances will be much lower to wrap up the weekend. Were forecasting a 30 percent chance of showers and/or storms for your Sunday. How chance of rain works (WSLS)We dont see storm chances increase again until the middle of the upcoming work week.

ROANOKE, Va. – The heat and humidity has been the theme so far in July and your Sunday is looking no different. Sunday peak heat (WSLS)Make sure you’re keeping the heat in mind if you have to be outdoors this afternoon and/or evening. We’ve pegged storm chances at 30 percent Monday, so don’t be surprised if an isolated storm comes over your area during the afternoon. A heat advisory is likely to be needed again and with some extra humidity, heat index values could be even higher than today. Storm chances go down into next weekend.