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Forecasters say don’t get used to warm, dry weather

Forecasters say don’t get used to warm, dry weather
The reality of this summer has been rainy, cool temperatures — with very few breaks of “true” summer weather. As pointed out in Monday’s update, the forecast for this week looks good — with only isolated chances of showers and storms. Temperatures are expected to continue trending in the 80s, with plenty of sunshine. FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil says... more

FLX Forecast: Incredible weather week ahead, as summer finally kicks into gear

FLX Forecast: Incredible weather week ahead, as summer finally kicks into gear
Sick of the dry weather yet? Probably not, since it’s only been a couple days “rain free” here in the Finger Lakes. But the forecast for this week looks impressive. Temperatures are going to warm throughout — and some humidity may have a chance to build in, but significant rainfall looks days, if not nearly a week away. FLX Weather... more

GET OUT THIS WEEKEND: Sunshine, mid-70s dominate FLX forecast

GET OUT THIS WEEKEND: Sunshine, mid-70s dominate FLX forecast
The weekend is here and it’s shaping up to be one of the best weather weekends in recent weeks. Humidity will be low, cloud cover will be non-existent, and the threat of rain and storms is gone. While temperatures will technically be “below normal” for this time of year – the low- to mid-70s will feel comfortable for this time... more

Ontario County hammered by flooding rains on Sunday (full coverage)

Ontario County hammered by flooding rains on Sunday (full coverage)
Ontario County was hammered by heavy rain, winds, and hail on Sunday afternoon as a slow-moving thunderstorm moved through the region. The storm, which was originally tornado-warned, was downgraded to severe thunderstorm classification, but still was producing winds in excess of 60 mph, according to the National Weather Service. A Flash Flood Warning was also issued for Ontario and Yates... more

More rain, storms coming into the FLX on Monday

More rain, storms coming into the FLX on Monday
The forecast for Monday calls for more active weather in the Finger Lakes. While the National Weather Service isn’t calling for the level of activity that was seen on Sunday, anyone in the region is fair game for the kind of pop up thunderstorm that could produce hail, damaging winds, and most-importantly torrential rainfall. While hail and damaging winds are... more

Finger Lakes begins to clear out after days of storms

Finger Lakes begins to clear out after days of storms
Finally, the Finger Lakes is going to get a break from the ongoing, active, wet weather that has made headlines over the last two days with storm damage, flooding, and even a couple tornado-warned cells. Tuesday will be mostly cloudy. There is the outside risk of a scattered shower, but it won’t be a washout by any stretch. Conditions will... more

Sunshine in the forecast today and this weekend in the FLX

Sunshine in the forecast today and this weekend in the FLX
Dry weather is coming. After Tuesday turned into a soaker for much of the region, Wednesday will bring skies with thinning clouds and warming temperatures. Even more impressively, FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil says that an extended period of dry weather is on the way — just in time for the weekend. There will be a chance for some rain... more

Thursday will be dominated by cloudy, wet conditions

Thursday will be dominated by cloudy, wet conditions
The end of the rain is in sight. While it might have seemed like the last week had been dominated by rainy, unsettled weather — the next several days look like a return to more summer-like conditions. The rain will taper to just a few showers by late-afternoon and early-evening on Thursday. Once that gets off to the east of... more

LATEST: NWS issues watches, warnings for region as storms move into area

LATEST: NWS issues watches, warnings for region as storms move into area
Update: 1 pm The National Weather Service has issued Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for parts of Wayne, Ontario, Monroe and Wyoming counties as a line of powerful storms moves through the region. – Latest NWS Watches/Warnings Wyoming County was even placed under a Tornado Warning shortly before 1 pm. The line of storms currently moving into the Western Finger Lakes is... more

Friday, Saturday will offer relief from unsettled weather

Friday, Saturday will offer relief from unsettled weather
After an incredibly active weather week in the Finger Lakes — Friday looks to be a calm, summer-like way to end it. The weekend forecast looks like a mixed bag, although Saturday will likely be the “pick” day of the weekend. Especially for those who are trying to get outside for a barbecue or some boating. Friday is expected to... more

Temperatures heat up Wednesday, Thursday ahead of next rain threat

Temperatures heat up Wednesday, Thursday ahead of next rain threat
According to forecasters the last time we reached the upper-80s here in the Finger Lakes was in mid-June. FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil says June 19th, to be precise. Nearly a month later, the Finger Lakes will experience one of the hottest days its felt all year. South winds will push hot air into the region — spurring temperatures to... more

WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES: Photos of Taughannock show how wet this summer has been compared to a year ago

WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES: Photos of Taughannock show how wet this summer has been compared to a year ago
Looking for good photographic evidence that this summer has been a soaker compared to last year? These shots taken by Rachel Burkholder looking at Taughannock Falls tell the tale. The photo on the left was taken in the last week. While the photo on the right shows the same venue exactly one-year ago showcasing how dry last summer was in... more

Friday’s rain brings more flood damage to southern Cayuga County & Ithaca (full coverage)

Friday’s rain brings more flood damage to southern Cayuga County & Ithaca (full coverage)
More rain on Friday caused a deluge of calls into Cayuga County 911 for flooded roads and basements in the southern part of Cayuga County. County emergency dispatchers reported flooding conditions in Moravia, Genoa, Locke, Sempronious, King Ferry and Scipio. The Moravia Volunteer Fire Department called all available personnel to report to its department at about 3:40 p.m. and also... more

Weekend offers some relief from heavy rain, humid weather

Weekend offers some relief from heavy rain, humid weather
For the most part, the weather is going to be a welcomed change throughout this weekend. After extensive flooding in parts of Cayuga, Tompkins, Seneca, and Ontario counties over the last several days – the region should begin to dry out on Saturday. While a spotty shower or pop up thunderstorm isn’t out of the question – the heavy, inundating... more

Sunday forecast improving, slight chance of thunderstorm late

Sunday forecast improving, slight chance of thunderstorm late
The latest from the National Weather Service suggests that the weather Sunday won’t be as active as forecasters originally predicted. While nothing major was expected for the region until the late-afternoon or early-evening hours, it appears as though most of that threat will remain well into the overnight hours, or more likely taking shape on Monday. That means the forecast... more

Significant flooding risk again as warm, muggy air makes return to FLX

Significant flooding risk again as warm, muggy air makes return to FLX
Get ready for a warm and muggy week here in the Finger Lakes. Along with that air mass will come the threat of flooding rains. FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil says that there is an elevated risk of flash flooding, especially in areas that were hard hit last week. That means parts of Tompkins and Cayuga counties are under the... more
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