RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Today is a First Alert Weather Day for the potential of heavy rain and a few strong to severe thunderstorms. The heaviest rain is not expected until 7pm this evening.
An area of low pressure will develop along a slow moving cold front on Tuesday, which likely leads to slow moving downpours and storms.
Timing
The most likely time to see the heaviest rain and strong storms will be Tuesday 7pm through 2 a.m. Wednesday. Showers and storms will likely start during the late afternoon but the widespread rain arrives near or after sunset.
Threats
The Weather Prediction Center has highlighted Central Virginia in a slight risk for heavy rainfall and potential for flash flooding.
Rainfall totals will likely reach 1-2 inches across the region with locally higher amounts.
There’s a low end threat for severe storms, Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night. The primary threat would be strong wind gusts, and a brief tornado cannot be ruled out.
Be sure to download the NBC12 First Alert Weather App to get updates on this flood and severe storm threat.
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