Break in wet weather could salvage Memorial Day in the Northeast and Midwest
Summary
Wet and cool weather will affect the eastern half of the United States on Memorial Day, with rain and thunderstorms causing flooding and travel delays. The Northeast and Midwest should see some improvement with warmer, drier conditions later in the day.Key Facts
- Flood watches are in effect from southeastern Louisiana through parts of the Southeast and Appalachia.
- New York City has taken steps to prepare for potential flooding after recent flash floods.
- Heavy rain may add 1 to 2 inches of rain, with some areas getting 2 to 4 inches or more.
- Thunderstorms caused a brief delay at the Indianapolis 500 race, stopping the event during the 106th lap.
- O’Hare Airport in Chicago had flight delays of around 44 minutes for arrivals and up to 1 hour 45 minutes for departures due to storms.
- Warmer and drier weather is expected in the Northeast by afternoon, with highs in the 70s and 80s in major cities.
- The Midwest will have mostly dry, warm weather with temperatures in the 80s, and parts of Montana and North Dakota may reach the 90s.
- Rain is expected to move into parts of the Pacific Northwest by Monday afternoon.
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