Get ready for a taste of fall!  A cold front moved through Hampton Roads today and cooler air is filtering in behind it.  Temperatures on Monday will likely hold in the middle 70s. 

At the same time, an area of low pressure is riding up along that cold front (which is now becoming stationary over northeast North Carolina).  That low pressure system will bring us rain mainly after midnight through Monday.  The steadiest rain will be found across North Carolina with occasional showers farther to the north.  The winds will kick up as well.  Expect NE winds 10-25 mph with higher gusts.  Tides will run about 1 foot above normal Monday evening through Wednesday. 

For the first time in a long time, make sure you have both your umbrella and a jacket on Monday.

Monday's Forecast Map

Meteorologist Cheryl Nelson

If you thought Sunday was hot, Monday will be even hotter.  Air temperatures will be between 96 and 102 degrees with a heat index between 105 and 110 degrees.  The heat advisory is posted for our entire viewing area from 11 AM-8 PM.  If you have to spend time outside please stay safe!

Heat Safety Tips

* Stay hydrated.  Drink plenty of water.

*Avoid strenuous activities, especially outside.

*Stay inside in air conditioning if possible.

*Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. 

*Check on each other and the elderly.

*Make sure pets have plenty of water and shade (bring pets inside in air conditioning if possible).

Meteorologist Cheryl Nelson