Rain began late last night, and continued throughout the overnight.  There was 0.33″ in my rain gauge at 7:30 this morning, and we have had intermittent light rain since then.  We could expect some heavy thunderstorms later today, tonight, and tomorrow, but all has been calm so far.  There is a slight chance that some could be severe, but that really isn’t expected.

Our 1 PM temperature is 69°F (21°C), the humidity is 94%, and winds are from the SE at 5-11 mph.  The pressure is 29.79 in (1008.8 mb) and falling, and the dew point is 66°F (19°C).  Visibility is 7 miles.  Yesterday’s high was 79°F (26°C), and the overnight low was 66°F (19°C).  Average temps for this date are 80°F/59°F.    Record temps for August 15 are 96°F (1965) and 36°F (1866).  Sunrise was at 6:45 AM, and sunset will be at 8:39 PM.

DURAND / OWOSSO FORECAST:

Today:  Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms.  High near 81°F (27°C).  Winds S at 5-9 mph.  Chance of rain 50%.

Tonight:  Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms possible.  Low 66°F (19°C).  Winds S at 1-5 mph.  Chance of rain 40%.

Saturday:  Showers and thunderstorms likely.  High near 77°F (25°C).  Winds WSW at 5-10 mph.  Chance of rain 80%.