WX Challenge University Of OK (Forecast - City 2, Day 2)

As part of my schooling at the University Of Oklahoma, I am participating in a forecasting competition called the "WxChallenge". This competition is nationwide, and requires the forecasting of the correct wind, temperature (max and min) and precip.

Today, I prepared a brief synopsis and forecast for the target city this week of Glasgow, MT. I have decided to share the information below, and may do this a few more times on my blog! Enjoy

Synopsis: Gusty west winds are prevailing this afternoon in Northeastern MT as high pressure builds in from the Southwest. Temperatures have warmed into the upper 50's across the area, with mid 30's dew points indicating a dry air mass in place. As the aforementioned high pressure builds into the area, a trough will continue to carve its way across the Northern US. To the south a upper level cut off low, and attendant surface low centered over Southern Missouri and Northern Arkansas, will  slowly move to the east, sparking severe thunderstorms this afternoon across Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi.


Short Term (Tonight) -  A cool and clear night is in store for the region, as clear skies and calm winds allow temperatures to cool into the low to mid 30's. Overnight, winds will calm and shift to the southwest. By mid afternoon Wednesday, temperatures will have warmed into the mid 60's with some upper 60's readings possible across southern portions of Montana. Winds will gradually turn westerly through the day, but with the upper level disturbance well to the east, and high pressure building into the area, winds will be lighter than what has been experienced today. With any appreciable upper level support well east of the area, and a dry air mass in place, no precipitation is expected through the period.

Good Luck!

-Brandon Sullivan-
University Of Oklahoma
School Of Meteorology