Avita work week weather: Showers, thunderstorms expected before drier conditions arrive Friday

BUCYRUS, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—Showers and thunderstorms are expected to affect Bucyrus and Crawford County through much of the first half of the week, with the best chance for a drier stretch arriving Thursday night into Friday.

According to the National Weather Service, Monday will bring a 70% chance of precipitation, with showers and thunderstorms likely mainly before 2 p.m. A high near 86 degrees is expected, with southwest winds of 11 to 13 mph and gusts up to 23 mph. Rain chances remain at 60% Monday night, with a low around 67.

Bucyrus forecast

Here’s the day-by-day outlook:

Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 2 p.m., followed by a chance of additional storms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86. Southwest winds 11 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of rain is 70%.

Monday night: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2 a.m., followed by a chance of showers. Showers could return after 5 a.m., with a low around 67. Southwest winds 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms are likely throughout the day, with a 90% chance of precipitation. Rainfall totals of one-half to three-quarters of an inch are possible. High near 83, with southwest winds 5 to 8 mph.

Tuesday night: Showers remain likely, with a possible thunderstorm before 2 a.m., followed by a chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Southwest winds around 5 mph becoming light and variable. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Wednesday: A 50% chance of showers is expected, with thunderstorms possible after 2 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. West winds 5 to 8 mph.

Wednesday night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms continues, with mostly cloudy skies and a low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Thursday: Mostly sunny early, with a chance of showers after 2 p.m. High near 82. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Thursday night: A chance of showers before 8 p.m., followed by mostly cloudy conditions. Low around 62, with a 30% chance of precipitation.

Friday: Mostly sunny and cooler, with a high near 78.

Friday night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 57.

Tips

Residents should monitor updated forecasts and weather alerts during the periods of higher thunderstorm and rainfall chances Monday through Wednesday. During thunderstorms, seek shelter indoors, avoid flooded roadways, and postpone outdoor activities when lightning is nearby. Drivers should allow extra time for reduced visibility and wet roads during heavier showers.