National Weather Service issues tornado watch in Delaware County untill 11:00 p.m. tonight.
Strong to severe storms are likely later this afternoon into this evening. Damaging winds and large hail will be the primary threats, although a few strong tornadoes will also be possible, especially along and west of the I-75 corridor. The most likely time frame for severe weather will be between 4 PM and 11 PM.
Delaware County, Ohio: The current weather conditions at Delaware Municipal Airport (KDLZ) are fair with a temperature of 81°F (27°C). The humidity is at 58%, and the wind is coming from the south at a speed of 16 mph, gusting up to 23 mph. The barometer reads 29.73 in, and the visibility is 10.00 mi. The dewpoint is 64°F (18°C), and the heat index is 83°F (28°C). This information was last updated at 4:35 pm EDT on June 25.
The forecast for the next 24 hours is as follows:
- This Afternoon: There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5 pm. Some storms could be severe, with large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rain. The sky will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. The wind will be coming from the south at around 15 mph. The chance of precipitation is 30%, and new rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch, except for higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
- Tonight: Showers and thunderstorms are expected, mainly before 11 pm. Some of these storms could be severe, with large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rain. The low temperature will be around 65. The wind will be coming from the south at 10 to 15 mph. The chance of precipitation is 90%, and new precipitation amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch are possible.
- Monday: There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms, followed by showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 10 am. The high temperature will be near 77. The wind will be coming from the southwest at 11 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%, and new rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch, except for higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
- Monday Night: Showers and thunderstorms are expected before 9 pm, followed by showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 9 pm and 11 pm. After 11 pm, there will be a chance of showers and thunderstorms. The low temperature will be around 62. The wind will be coming from the west at 8 to 11 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%, and new rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch, except for higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Please stay informed and take necessary precautions as severe weather conditions are expected in Delaware County, Ohio.