Doug Meyers

Topeka

Meteorologist at WIBW-TV (Topeka, KS)

Weekday Morning Meteorologist at WIBW in Topeka. All weather tweets are about Topeka unless specified. CBM Certified, Red Cross Board Member/Volunteer

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Monday forecast: A nice start to the week

1 week ago | wibw.com | Doug Meyers

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The week ahead is expected to be mild with dry conditions likely today and Friday. The rain chance does increase by mid-week with a few non severe t-storms at times. Highs mainly in the 60s and 70s this week with 80s possible this weekend and lows mainly in the 50s. Taking Action:There is a slight chance of rain late tomorrow but the better chance of rain having an impact on outdoor plans is going to be tomorrow and Thursday.
Friday forecast: Scattered rain, isolated t-storm

1 week ago | wibw.com | Doug Meyers

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - We just have to get through one more day of the unsettled weather pattern we’ve been in all week before we get a chance to dry out Saturday through Monday. Temperatures will remain near or below average through early next week for both lows and highs.
Thursday forecast: Seasonal today, cooler tomorrow

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Doug Meyers

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Temperatures will be at or slightly below average for this time of year to end the work week. Rain chances are still being monitored as well with the rain from overnight dissipating shortly after sunrise leaving today mainly dry. There is a slightly better chance for rain tomorrow but still some uncertainty so make sure to check back tomorrow for an update.
Wednesday forecast: Scattered rain

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Doug Meyers

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Highs today will be in the upper 60s-low 70s with scattered rain through the day. The highest chance of rain will be north and west of Topeka meaning areas along and south of the turnpike will have more of a dry day. As always we’ll be monitoring the radar in case the forecast changes. The good news is severe weather is unlikely with lightning the main threat.
Tuesday forecast: Cooler and dry

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Doug Meyers

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Behind last night’s cold front, today will be much cooler with lower humidity. For the most part it will be dry as well with the rain returning tonight into tomorrow. The good news is the risk for severe weather is very low to no risk the rest of the week although we’ll continue to monitor the isolated flooding potential. Taking Action:Have the sunglasses handy today with a mix of sun and clouds.
Monday forecast: Warm today, severe storms tonight

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Doug Meyers

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Today will be the warmest day of the week with tonight holding the greatest risk for severe weather this week. We’ll be monitoring several chances for rain and storms most of this week but tonight has the greatest risk for dangerous storms. Taking Action:Monitoring late this afternoon and evening for storm potential with greatest impacts. All hazards are possible including tornadoes.
Friday forecast: Cool through Saturday, warming Sunday

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Doug Meyers

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Cooler weather with highs in the 60s are expected through Saturday before warming back in the 70s and 80s Sunday into Monday. Rain chances will be low especially after the rain weakens and dissipates early this morning. Monitoring a chance for a few strong to severe storms late Sunday afternoon but the bigger concern is late Monday afternoon into Monday evening for severe weather including tornadoes.
Thursday forecast: Rain through Friday morning

2 weeks ago | wibw.com | Doug Meyers

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - More rain is expected between today and tomorrow with most of the rain staying west of HWY 75 today and then overspreading the rest of northeast KS tonight into Friday morning. Temperatures will be cooler Friday and Saturday before warming back up on Sunday. Taking Action:Best chance for rain today will remain west of HWY 75 with rain starting to move back into the WIBW viewing area around mid-morning.
Wednesday forecast: Rain chances continue

3 weeks ago | wibw.com | Doug Meyers

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - On and off rain chances will likely continue through Friday morning with a break from rain Friday afternoon into Saturday before the chance of rain returns Sunday. This weather pattern is something we’ll have to continue to take on a day by day basis for specific details. Taking Action:If you have outdoor plans, keep them but have a Plan B just in case. Check the radar before heading out and if you see lightning and/or hear thunder seek shelter immediately.
Tuesday forecast: Warm today, storms tonight

3 weeks ago | wibw.com | Doug Meyers

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - After a dry and sunny day yesterday, today begins the unsettled weather pattern with on and off showers/storms beginning tonight lasting into next week. This is going to be a weather pattern that you will need to check back daily on specific details including the severe weather risks and how widespread the rain will be each day. Taking Action:Do NOT cancel outdoor plans on any day this week.