Drought Conditions and Weather Forecast Update

Tropical Storm Raphael may bring much-needed rain, but drought conditions persist in the region.

### Weather Update: Drought Conditions and Tropical Storm Raphael
* ☔ Early rainfall predictions indicate only **a quarter to three-quarters of an inch**, which is **insufficient for addressing the ongoing drought conditions**.
* 🌧 Significant rain is anticipated from Tropical Storm Raphael as it moves towards the Gulf of Mexico, potentially bringing **much-needed moisture** by Sunday into Monday.
* 📅 The seven-day forecast shows temperatures rising to **73°F on Tuesday** and possibly reaching a **record 76°F on Wednesday**, surpassing the current record of **75°F**.
* 🌡 Following the warm temperatures, a drop to **69°F** is expected on Thursday, but it will still remain **mild for this time of year**.
* 📉 Severe drought conditions are present in Ocean County and northern Monmouth County, with the entire area likely to be **under some level of drought** according to the latest reports.
* 🌤 ️ Currently, skies are mostly clear with temperatures at **57°F**, but there is **no rain in sight** despite the need for precipitation.
* 🌪 The high-pressure system is acting as a barrier, **preventing rain from moving into the area**, which is critical as the region continues to experience **abnormally dry conditions**.
* 🔮 As the weather develops, the potential for rainfall from Tropical Storm Raphael remains uncertain, but it could provide **relief if it makes landfall along the Gulf Coast**.

First Alert Weather: 70s the next 2 days, then 60s the rest of the work week

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CBS New York

Temperatures are rising in the fall, with a forecast of 73 degrees tomorrow and 76 degrees on Wednesday.

New York City is under a drought watch, indicating a need for rain, but none is expected.

The current weather is characterized by clouds, but they are not producing any rain.

A new drought report is expected to declare the entire area under some level of drought.

Despite clouds and wet weather nearby, the area is not receiving any rain due to a high-pressure system.

The high pressure is deflecting the rain, keeping it from entering the area, but a front may bring some change later.

Tropical Storm Raphael's Path and Local Weather Update

Tropical Storm Raphael is moving towards Jamaica and the western tip of Cuba, potentially becoming a Category One storm.

The storm is expected to make landfall in the Gulf Coast before curving north and east.

There is a chance that the storm's path could impact our area.

Early rain forecasts predict only a quarter to three-quarters of an inch, insufficient for relief.

The seven-day forecast shows record warmth, with temperatures reaching 76 degrees on Wednesday.

Tropical Storm Raphael is expected to bring much-needed remnant rain by Sunday into Monday, while severe drought conditions persist in Ocean County and northern Monmouth County.