Didn't think we'd be talking about thunderstorms already on the prairies did you? Well, the potential exists for a few convective cells to form in Southern and Central Alberta during the afternoon hours on Thursday. Below are two model maps for tomorrow from the GFS:
^ This is the forecasted CAPE for tomorrow in the region. Levels upwards of 602 J/Kg. are possible-enough instability for a few isolated cells.
^ This is the forecasted CAPE for tomorrow in the region. Levels upwards of 602 J/Kg. are possible-enough instability for a few isolated cells.
^ This image is for the same time frame as the CAPE map above. It clearly shows precipition forecasted throughout the slightly unstable area, potential for storms.Though this is a potential (very small potential even, showers a higher liklihood) thunderstorm event, I would like to stress that any cell that may form would be Non-Severe. This should be interesting to watch.
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I'll definitely be watching this closely. I'll try and take photos of any towering cumulus clouds that form around the area. I hope they move SE so I can see some action! I'll have to check the models tomorrow when I get home at around 12:30..I didn't think we would be in for such an early season...
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