Bright Skies and a Chance of Thunderstorms: Meteorologist Sam Coplin’s Latest Weather Update for May 8, 2024

As of 12:30 PM on May 8, 2024, Meteorologist Sam Coplin provides the latest weather update. For an audio forecast, you can call the CBS6 Weather Phone at 518-906-WRGB (9742).

The weather summary for today indicates that skies will brighten with temperatures rising near 80 degrees in the afternoon, particularly in the Capital Region and points south. There is a possibility of a few thunderstorms developing in the atmosphere, with the highest severe threat expected to be in the south and east. However, showers and storms may also impact areas to the north and west, especially in the evening, although the risk of severe weather is currently low. Breezy conditions with gusts up to 30 mph can be expected in the afternoon.

Looking ahead, the weather pattern is expected to become cooler and unsettled towards the end of the week and into the weekend. A disturbance will bring scattered rain tomorrow, with temperatures cooling down into the 60s for most areas. Another round of rain is forecast for Thursday night and Friday, causing temperatures to struggle to reach the 50s by the end of