This week, the eastern United States will experience wet weather from several systems, with the southern regions facing threats from a hurricane while the northern areas may see thunderstorms.

According to AccuWeather, a developing storm in the Caribbean could soon turn into a hurricane impacting the Florida Panhandle. Meanwhile, the Northeast is likely to benefit from rain brought by a storm coming from the Great Lakes, providing relief from the dry conditions.

A cold front is also anticipated to trigger storms across the plains and the Tennessee Valley early in the week.

Here’s what you need to know about the weather this week:

Possible Gulf Coast Hurricane by the Week’s End: Track the Storm

AccuWeather analysts have raised concerns about a tropical rainstorm currently brewing in the western Caribbean, which could strengthen into a hurricane affecting the Florida Panhandle on Thursday night.

Alex DaSilva, AccuWeather’s Lead Hurricane Expert, emphasized the necessity for preparedness for hurricane impacts among residents in the Florida Panhandle and Big Bend region.

The rainstorm is drawing power from the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea. Forecasters expect the storm to reach hurricane strength by Wednesday night, affecting much of the Gulf Coast.

Those living from New Orleans to Key West, Florida, and including the Tampa Bay area, should closely follow updates on this potential storm’s progress, as warned by forecasters.

Storm Activity in the Plains

A cold front moving towards the east is likely to cause storms in the plains and Upper Midwest starting early in the week.

Forecasters predict that areas in Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio will experience significant storm activity on Monday, with heavy rain and strong winds continuing into the night.

AccuWeather has also issued alerts on potential damages in the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys on Tuesday, indicating thunderstorms with wind gusts between 55-65 mph could affect regions from Pittsburgh to Nashville.

Northeast Expected to Receive Drought-Busting Rain

A drought affecting the Northeast is set to be alleviated this week, offering much-needed rainfall to areas like New York City, which has seen approximately 2.75 inches less rain than typical this year.

According to AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Dan Pydynowski, a slow-moving storm will transition from the Great Lakes to the Northeast and mid-Atlantic later this week, bringing moisture northwards and ending the dry spell.

This rainfall, coupled with a drop in temperature, could result in highs in New York City reaching only the upper 60s, creating a postseason atmosphere for baseball games.

“Rain midweek could disrupt a crucial baseball game on Wednesday evening as the New York Yankees take on the Baltimore Orioles in the Bronx,” Pydynowski pointed out.