August 17, 20179 yr This is the latest GFS model for predicted cloud cover centered around 2 pm EDT on Monday afternoon. Chances of seeing the total eclipse not looking good at the moment for western Kentucky and southern Illinois. [ATTACH=CONFIG]63318[/ATTACH] Tennessee looks good, correct?
August 17, 20179 yr Author Tennessee looks good, correct?The latest map shows cloud cover over all of western Kentucky, and parts of northwestern Tennessee. North central Tennessee and central Tennessee are also now show to be under some cloud cover also.
August 18, 20179 yr Author Here you go. These three models show the cloud cover not as bad as yesterday's models were showing.
August 20, 20179 yr Author Latest NAM map. I will switch to the HRRR model in the morning because it goes hour by hour where the NAM is every three hours. Precipitation Map Those who will be out watching the eclipse will have to be ready for some hot and humid conditions tomorrow afternoon. 308 PM EDT Sun Aug 20 2017 /208 PM CDT Sun Aug 20 2017/ ...HOT AND HUMID CONDITIONS EXPECTED ON MONDAY... High pressure continues to build into the region. This will bring dry and increasingly hot weather to the region on Monday. High temperatures Monday are expected to warm into the upper 80s to the lower 90s. Afternoon dewpoints are expected to be in the mid and upper 60s which will produce afternoon heat indices in the 95 to 100 degree range. The highest heat indices are expected between 1 and 6 PM local time. With a large number of people expected to be outdoors on Monday due to the upcoming solar eclipse, the potential for heat related illness may increase. This will be especially true for those not accustomed to the typical heat and humidity of late August in the Ohio Valley. If you are planning to be outside for a long period of time on Monday, you should dress accordingly by wearing lightweight and light colored clothing. Be sure to drink plenty of water and find opportunities to keep cool in the shade if possible. Stay tuned to NOAA All Hazards Weather Radio and your local media for the latest weather conditions.
August 20, 20179 yr This is the one situation where the 99% effect is NOT 1% difference than the 100% effect. There is a huge, huge difference. See the article on today's http://www.spaceweathet.com called "Why go to the path of totality?" (Scroll down.) I understand if it ends up being cloudy not driving a crazy distance like me to see it, but you are already sooooo close. I can't explain to you how much you want to see the real thing, not the 99% thing. You and researching the difference in 99% and 100% has convinced me. My daughter and I are heading out in the morning, hopefully we can find an out of the way spot in Tennessee about an hour and half from here. Tested our glasses today we are good to go!
August 20, 20179 yr Just found out that Bluto, Jr. can't go. I'm not sure if I'm going to go alone. Really bummed.
August 21, 20179 yr Author Here's the morning update. Most people should be good to go on seeing the eclipse this afternoon. There maybe some in the northern part of western Kentucky who might have some issues with seeing it. Everyone who will be out to see the eclipse should also be aware that they may encounter some high heat and humidity. Some parts of western Kentucky could see a heat of index close to 100. If you are planning to be outside for a extended period, dress accordingly by wearing lightweight and light colored clothing. Be sure to drink plenty of water and find opportunities to keep cool in the shade if possible. HRRR Cloud Cover Air Temperature Heat index
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