NAM forecast 10m winds thru tonight

If you've been outside today, you have been forced to notice the power of the mid and upper level system passing near and over the region today. The winds have been gusting over 30 miles an hour for several hours now in many locations throughout the region behind a strong cold front which is ushering in a new, fresh, and colder airmass. Last night, the weather wasn't so pleasant (as it has been today despite the winds), as the cold front approached the region. Winds of 60 miles per hour blew off roofs and toppled airplanes in Trenton, NJ, and 58 mile per hour winds were recorded in Elizabeth, New Jersey. A severe thunderstorm watch was issued overnight by the Storm Prediction Center, which verified nicely given the abundance of reports of trees down, and severe criteria wind gusts in the area. Through tonight, a slight chance of showers will continue, but the wind will be the main story, at least for the next few hours. Gusts in excess of 30 miles per hour could continue into tomorrow morning. Also, don't forget, you might still catch the end of the Leonid meteor shower tonight should clear skies prevail. Featured image: 12z NAM forecast 10m winds through this evening.

Tonight: Mostly clear. Windy, with west winds 15 to 25 miles per hour, gusting higher. Low near 44.

Wednesday: Partly cloudy, with a slight chance of a sprinkle. West winds 15 to 20 miles per hour. Chance of precipitation is 30%. High near 55.

Article by John Homenuk & Mike Snyder. 4:11pm November 17th, 2010. Need more? See New York Metro Weather's Long Range Forecast for the remainder of the week and weekend, or view our Technical Forecast Discussion for the more serious weather enthusiasts. For up to the minute details on forecasts, watches, warnings, and alerts, follow us on Twitter and Facebook.