Forecast: Today is sunny with highs in the upper 70s. Lows in the lower 50s. 

Tomorrow will be partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s. Lows in the upper 50s.

Then on Tuesday we can expect mostly cloudy conditions with highs in the upper 70s and lows in the lower 60s. 

Air quality forecast: We have good air everywhere not even a trace of bad air. So take a breath of relief and enjoy the day. 

Tropical: We have three areas to watch. 

1. Tropical Storm Fred has restrengthened. It is forecast to ride over the Florida and Alabama coast Monday night. It will be a tropical storm. Alert family and friends of the threat.

2. Tropical storm Grace is impacting Puerto Rico. It will move onto the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and then Cuba. It will then near Florida. It looks like it will go west then to Texas, Mexico, or possibly Louisiana.

3. A well defined area of low pressure northeast of Bermuda is producing showers and thunderstorms to the south of its center. It may develop into a tropical system. However if it does not develop by Tuesday the development chances will decrease. I give it a small chance of development.  

Precipitation: Thursday through Saturday we have a chance of scattered showers. I give about 40% chance of precipitation.

UV and light index: Today will be sunny put on your sunscreen or you will burn. I give about 2 hours to burn if in direct sunlight with no protection.

Wind: Light and Variable to 5 miles per hour.

Hazards: No notable hazards.

Notable amounts: No notable amounts of precipitation.

Far forecast: This week will be partly cloudy  with a chance of showers towards the  end of the week. Next week will be warm and rainy. The week after next week will be mild and moist.

Heat Index: Great heat and humidity so go outside and enjoy your day because it feels great out there today. 

Anything to mention: Have an amazing day my friends.

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Forecast: Today will be cloudy and turning sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 80s. Lows in the mid 50s.  

Tomorrow will be sunny. Highs in the upper 70s. Lows in the mid 50s.

Then on Monday we can expect mostly sunny conditions with highs in the upper 80s and lows in the lower 60s. 

Air quality forecast: We have good air everywhere today, no moderate air at all. So go outside and relax. You can start breathing easy today.

Tropical: We have two areas to watch. 

1. Tropical depression Fred is not forecast to restrengthen for a little while. It’s cone has changed, it will now be impacting the Florida panhandle and Alabama coast as a tropical storm. Tell your family and friends if they live in the south to be aware of this.  

2. Tropical storm Grace has formed. Grace will be approaching Florida on Thursday. However we usually see the impact cone change so if this storm were to curve up the east coast we could have a problem. But for now we do not have to worry. 

Precipitation: A small chance of showers today, and a medium chance of showers and thunderstorms starting Wednesday night. I give about a 50% chance of precipitation.

UV and light index: This week will have more clouds than sun, so relax and just don’t spend excessive time in direct sunlight with no protection. Time to burn 4 hours.

Wind: 5 mph with gusts to 20 mph.

Hazards: No notable hazards.

Notable amounts: No notable amounts of precipitation.

Far forecast: This week will be partly cloudy  with a chance of showers and thunderstorms towards the middle of the week. Next week will be warm and moist. The week after next week will be warm and slightly dry.

Heat Index: Good heat and humidity so go outside and enjoy your day. 

Anything to mention: Hurricane season starts to fire up around now so even through we live inland there have been impacts here, so be prepared for anything. Thanks for reading, have a nice day.

This is a short post today because I was out enjoying the summer weather.

Tomorrow: Partly sunny with highs in the lower 80s. Some scattered showers early and then in the evening. Lows in the mid 50s.

Sunday: Sunny with highs in the upper 70s. Lows in lower to mid 50s.

Tropical: A small update that Fred is still a tropical depression but a new tropical depression has formed near the Lesser Antilles and may eventually impact the U.S.

Anything Else: Have a good evening and the hot weather will be leaving tonight.

I just wanted to let people know that a severe thunderstorm watch has been issued until 8:00 P.M. Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible. Severe wind will be the main threat with severe hail as a secondary threat.

Risk level: Slight

Severe Wind: Scattered

Severe Hail: Very Isolated

Tornado: Unlikely

Forecast: Today will be mostly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Some storms may produce gusty winds and heavy rain. Highs will be in the mid 90s. Lows will be in the lower 70s. Hot and humid as well.

Tomorrow will be mostly sunny with a small chance for showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 90s. Lows in the upper 60s. It will be very humid.

Then on Saturday we can expect partly to mostly sunny conditions. Highs in the lower 80s. Lows in the upper 60s. A small chance of showers in the evening. Cooler and less humid.
 
Air quality forecast: Today and tomorrow has widespread moderate air. So monitor how you are breathing, this air combined with the excessive heat and humidity may cause trouble breathing. 

Tropical: We have two areas to watch. 

1. Fred has been downgraded to a tropical depression. This is because of the land interaction with the Dominican Republic. It may approach the Florida Keys by Friday night or Saturday morning. It will bring heavy rain and gusty winds to the southeast. Please alert family or friends about the incoming threat.

2. A tropical wave east of the Lesser Antilles is still disorganized. It may develop into a tropical system later this week. I give it a medium chance of development.

Precipitation: A small to medium chance of showers and thunderstorms this week, 50% chance of precipitation. We also have a chance for heavy showers today.

UV and light index: This week will be sunny very frequently. I would give the time to burn about 2 hours and a half if in direct sunlight with no protection.

Wind: 10 to 15 miles per hour turning to 5 to 10 miles per hour. Gusts of 20 miles per hour.

Hazards: Lightning with thunderstorms, isolated damaging winds, heavy rain, and small hail.

Notable amounts: No notable amounts of precipitation.

Far forecast: This week will be partly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Next week will be hot and very dry. The week after next week will be less hot and less dry.

Heat Index: Today and tomorrow will be very hot and humid. If you are hot go inside. Try to reschedule appointments if possible to be inside or another day. Don’t let pets or children be in a hot car alone. Heat is a silent killer, do not be overcome by it. If you have a heat stroke call 911, it is an emergency!  

Anything to mention: Heat advisory’s are active throughout all of Berkshire County for today until 8 PM. There is a slight risk of severe weather today and a marginal risk tomorrow. Have a supremely amazing day! 

Forecast: Today will be partly to mostly sunny with a small chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs will be in the lower 90s. Lows will be in the lower 70s.

Tomorrow will be mostly sunny with a medium chance for showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 90s. Lows in the lower 70s. It will be very humid.

Then on Friday we can expect mostly sunny conditions. Highs in the lower 90s. Lows in the upper 60s. A medium chance of showers in the evening.
 
Air quality forecast: Today and tomorrow has widespread moderate air. So just be aware that if you are sensitive to air I suggest to monitor how you feel.  

Tropical: We have two areas to watch. 

1. Tropical Storm Fred has formed. It will be riding towards and over the Dominican Republic today or tonight. Florida is in the hurricane cone, so alert any one you know in Florida to be aware of this.

2. A tropical wave southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands could form into a tropical depression later this week. It has some shower and thunderstorm activity. I give it about a medium chance of development. 

Precipitation: A small to medium chance of showers and thunderstorms this week, 40% chance of precipitation.

UV and light index: This week will be sunny frequently. I would give the time to burn about 2 hours if in direct sunlight with no protection.

Wind: 5 to 10 miles per hour.

Hazards: Lightning with thunderstorms.

Notable amounts: No notable amounts of precipitation.

Far forecast: This week will be mostly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Next week will be mild and very dry. The week after next week will be hot and dry.

Heat Index: Today through Friday will be very hot and humid. If you feel dizzy or hot go inside. Try to reschedule appointments if possible to be inside or another day. Don’t let pets or children be in a hot car alone. If you have a heat stroke call 911, it is an emergency!  

Anything to mention: Heat advisory’s are active throughout all of Berkshire County for today from 11 AM to 8 PM. There is a marginal risk of severe weather on Thursday and Friday. Have a greatly amazing day. 

Forecast: Today will be partly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs will be in the mid 80s. Lows will be in the upper 60s. Some of the storms may contain heavy rain.

Tomorrow will be mostly sunny with scattered showers. Highs in the low 90s. Lows in the lower 70s. It will be very humid.

Then on Thursday we can expect mostly sunny conditions. Highs in the low to mid 90s. Lows in the low 70s. Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible. 
 
Air quality forecast: Today has very good air everywhere. Tomorrow has isolated pockets of moderate air. So tomorrow just be aware if you are sensitive that the air is not perfect.

Tropical: We have one area to watch. 

1. Potential Tropical Cyclone Six. PTC-6 will likely turn into a tropical storm today or tonight. It will impact parts of the Caribbean including Puerto Rico today and the Dominican Republic tomorrow. If you have friends or family in Florida you should alert them that it may eventually hit Florida. I give it a yes or 100% at development.  

Precipitation: Scattered showers and thunderstorms until this weekend.  Today some showers and storms may contain heavy rain. Chance of rain today and this week is 50%.

UV and light index: This week will be partly sunny at times. I would give the time to burn about 3 hours if in direct sunlight with no protection.

Wind: 5 to 10 miles per hour with gusts up to 15 miles per hour.

Hazards: Lightning with thunderstorms and localized heavy rain. 

Notable amounts: No notable amounts of precipitation.

Far forecast: This week will be partly sunny with showers and thunderstorms. Next week will be warm and very dry. The week after next week will be very warm and dry.

Heat Index: This week will be very hot and humid. If you feel dizzy, very hot or dry go inside. Try to reschedule appointments if possible to be inside or another day. Don’t let pets or children be in a hot car alone. If you have a heat stroke call 911, it is an emergency!  

Anything to mention: Heat advisory’s are active throughout all of Berkshire County for tomorrow from 11 AM to 8 PM. There is a marginal risk of severe weather on Thursday. Have a joyous day. 

Forecast: Today will be mostly sunny with isolated showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs will be in the lower 80s. Lows will be in the lower 60s.

Tomorrow will be partly to mostly sunny with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 80s. Lows in the upper 60s. Patchy fog in the morning. It will be turning very humid.

Then on Wednesday we can expect mostly sunny and humid conditions. Highs in the upper 80s to low 90s. Lows in the upper 60s. Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible. 
 
Air quality forecast: Today has widespread pockets of moderate air and tomorrow has scattered pockets of moderate air. This means it is ok to go outside however if you are very sensitive you may cough, feel dizzy or get tired easily.

Tropical: We have two areas to watch. 

1. A low pressure system east of Barbados has become better organized. Shower and thunderstorm activity has increased a little. This system may develop into a tropical depression today or tonight. I give it a likely chance of development.

2. An elongated area of low pressure east of the Lesser Antilles that has disorganized showers and thunderstorms has not changed. Development is becoming less likely. I give it a  small chance of development.

Rain: Today we will have isolated showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. This week we will have scattered showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon each day. Chance of rain today is 40% and this week I give it 50%.

UV and light index: Today will be mostly sunny so take precautions to not burn. I give you about 2 hours and 15 minutes to burn if you are in direct sunlight with no protection.

Wind: 5 to 10 miles per hour.

Hazards: Lightning with thunderstorms. 

Notable amounts: No notable amounts of precipitation.

Far forecast: This week will be mostly sunny with showers and thunderstorms. Next week will be warm and dry. The week after next week will be hot and dry.

Heat Index: This week will be very hot and humid. Drink water and if you feel you are getting too hot go somewhere cooler. Heat index values will near the criteria for heat advisory’s. 

Anything to mention: Have an amazing day!

Forecast: Today will be partly to mostly sunny. Scattered showers and thunderstorms north of Pittsfield with isolated showers from and south of Pittsfield. Highs will be in the lower 80s. Lows will be in the lower 60s.

Tomorrow will be mostly sunny. Highs in the low to mid 80s. Lows in the mid 60s. Patchy fog in the morning.

Then on Tuesday we can expect mostly sunny and hot conditions. Highs in the upper 80s. Lows in the upper 60s. Scattered showers and thunderstorms south of Pittsfield possible. 
 
Air quality forecast: Today has scattered pockets of moderate air and tomorrow has widespread pockets of moderate air. This means it is ok to go outside however if you are very sensitive you may cough, have an itchy throat or may get dizzy. 

Tropical: We have three areas to watch. 

1. An area of low pressure east of the Windward Islands that has disorganized shower and thunderstorm activity will move west. As it moves west is may develop into a tropical depression. I give it a medium chance to develop.

2. An area of low pressure midway between the Lesser Antilles and Cabo Verde Islands has become slightly better organized. As it move southwest or west it may become a tropical depression. I give it a medium chance of development.

3. A broad area of low pressure west of the Cabo Verde Islands has lost it’s shower and thunderstorm activity. Upper level winds, dry air, and cool ocean temperatures will favor in no more development. I give it a little to no chance of development. 

Rain: Today we will have scattered showers and thunderstorms. You will have more showers and thunderstorms the farther north you are. If you live south of Pittsfield you may get nothing other than an isolated shower. For this week we have isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms each day in the afternoon.  

UV and light index: Today will be partly to mostly sunny so put on your sunscreen and sun lotion. I give you about 2 hours and a half to burn if you are in direct sunlight with no protection.

Wind: 5 miles per hour.

Hazards: Some minor flooding may occur in the northern most parts of the Berkshires.

Notable amounts: No notable amounts of precipitation.

Far forecast: This week will be partly sunny with showers and thunderstorms. Next week will be warmer and slightly humid with more widespread showers and thunderstorms. The week after next week will be warm and humid, with some rain or showers possible.

Heat Index: Today and later this week  will be very hot and humid. Drink water and if you feel you are getting too hot go somewhere cooler. Heat index values will near the criteria for heat advisory’s. 

Anything to mention: Have a happy day!