Go Back
  • For Business
  • |
  • Warnings
  • Data Suite
  • Forensics
  • Advertising
  • Superior Accuracy™
Flash floods kill 2 in New Jersey, strand subway riders in NYC Chevron right
Tropical rainstorm soaks Florida, could strengthen in Gulf before targeting Louisiana Chevron right

Columbus, OH

83°F
Location Chevron down
Location News Videos
Use Current Location
Recent

Columbus

Ohio

83°
No results found.
Try searching for a city, zip code or point of interest.
settings
Columbus, OH Weather
Today WinterCast Local {stormName} Tracker Hourly Daily Radar MinuteCast Monthly Air Quality Health & Activities

Around the Globe

Hurricane Tracker

Severe Weather

Radar & Maps

News

News & Features

Astronomy

Business

Climate

Health

Recreation

Sports

Travel

For Business

Warnings

Data Suite

Forensics

Advertising

Superior Accuracy™

Video

Winter Center

AccuWeather Early Hurricane Center Top Stories Trending Today Astronomy Heat Climate Health Recreation In Memoriam Case Studies Blogs & Webinars
Air Quality Alert

News / Hurricane

Tropical rainstorm to bring downpours, drought relief to Gulf Coast

AccuWeather meteorologists warn that residents along the Gulf Coast should be on alert for flooding downpours as a tropical rainstorm could gain strength and make landfall this week.

By Andrew Johnson-Levine, AccuWeather meteorologist

Published Jun 28, 2022 8:15 AM EDT | Updated Jun 29, 2022 8:52 AM EDT

Copied

A tropical rainstorm tracking across the southern Caribbean Sea is on the cusp of becoming a named tropical storm, but AccuWeather meteorologists are also monitoring another tropical rainstorm in the northern Gulf of Mexico that could strengthen.

While organization and development into a tropical depression or named storm is a possibility at any time through Thursday, downpours are expected to overspread much of the western and central Gulf Coast. This rain can cause localized flash flooding but bring much-needed drought relief.

AccuWeather meteorologists have declared this disturbance as a tropical rainstorm with it projected to track westward toward Texas through the end of the week. Although it is heading west, moisture associated with the system could go on to fuel downpours in Louisiana and Arkansas late this week.

The tropical rainstorm was becoming better organized, based on satellite images from Tuesday afternoon. But, forecasters caution that even an unnamed system can bring meaningful impacts on land in the form of flooding rain.

As tropical moisture surges into the coast it will interact with a stalled front, bringing rounds of torrential downpours this week. While the heaviest rain is expected on the Texas coast as the rainstorm moves over land Thursday, enhanced rainfall will be possible as far east as Georgia and the Florida Panhandle.

"There will be plenty of moisture available and minimal amounts of wind shear. When this is combined with the stalled front near the Gulf Coast, the recipe is there for pockets of very heavy rainfall," AccuWeather Meteorologist Matt Benz explained.

GET THE FREE ACCUWEATHER APP

  •       Have the app? Unlock AccuWeather Alerts™ with Premium+

Waters in the Gulf of Mexico are already warm enough to promote further tropical development and strengthening. While development from a tropical rainstorm into a tropical depression or named storm is far from a guarantee, it cannot be ruled out either.

Tropical impacts in the Texas region around the Gulf include flooding downpours, gusts of wind at the coast and a rough surf.

Warm waters, low wind shear and moist air are all ingredients that support tropical development. However, there are a number of factors also working against it in this case.

"The window for development to occur is slim as the disturbance moves toward land. As the system moves toward the western Gulf of Mexico, some dry air and stronger wind shear may be present, which could slow development," Benz said.

In this image, captured at midday on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, clouds, showers and thunderstorms can be seen swirling over the western Gulf of Mexico. (AccuWeather/Enhanced RealVue™ satellite)

Flooding rain will be a possibility into the second half of the week regardless if the tropical rainstorm becomes a named tropical storm. Multiple rounds of rain and thunderstorms may move over the same locations, causing rainfall totals to quickly rise.

While those totals may be manageable at first, repeated rounds of rain can lead to flooding issues in a process known as "training." Motorists encountering flooded roads are reminded to never attempt driving through floodwaters, as they can be much deeper than they appear to be.

Despite the flood threat, rain is badly needed in Louisiana and coastal Texas. Nearly all of this coastline is in some form of drought, with many areas in the "extreme" drought category according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.

Cities such as San Antonio and Houston, Texas, along with Lake Charles, Louisiana, fall into a drought category. While it will take more than a single event to end a drought, this will be a step in the right direction.

Regardless of how this tropical rainstorm evolves, it can serve as a reminder that the Atlantic hurricane season is well underway. AccuWeather forecasters continue to predict an above-average season, both in the number of named storms and U.S. landfall.

One storm is already in the books with Tropical Storm Alex tracking near Florida at the start of June. Another system was brewing in the southern Caribbean near the coast of South America. The next tropical storms will be named Bonnie and Colin.

Folks looking for a break from the rain for the Independence Day weekend will be in luck. An expansive area of high pressure will build over the region by the weekend, pushing the stalled front eastward and ending the rainfall threat. While isolated afternoon storms will still be possible, they will be much tamer than the heavier rain possible over the coming days.

Continue reading:

Why this state is home to ‘Flash Flood Alley'
As it grew, Jupiter might have eaten a few planets, study finds
‘Deepest shipwreck ever’ is recovered from its ocean grave

Want next-level safety, ad-free? Unlock advanced, hyperlocal severe weather alerts when you subscribe to Premium+ on the AccuWeather app. AccuWeather Alerts™ are prompted by our expert meteorologists who monitor and analyze dangerous weather risks 24/7 to keep you and your family safer.

Report a Typo
Comments that don't add to the conversation may be automatically or manually removed by Facebook or AccuWeather. Profanity, personal attacks, and spam will not be tolerated.
Comments
Hide Comments

Weather News

Weather News

Inside the grueling recovery effort after Texas’ deadly flood

Jul. 15, 2025
Severe Weather

Flash flooding swamps Northeast metro areas as extreme rain threatens ...

Jul. 15, 2025
Weather Forecasts

Flood-weary Texas finally drying out, but near 100-degree heat looms

Jul. 15, 2025
Weather News

The Deadliest Floods in Texas History: A State at Risk

Jul. 14, 2025
video

Before-and-after pictures show devastation caused by Texas floods

Jul. 9, 2025
Severe Weather

Severe weather to rumble in the central US through the holiday weekend

Jul. 6, 2025
Weather News

Record sargassum seaweed piles up on Caribbean islands, Gulf

Jul. 2, 2025
Weather News

Alabama teen in ICU after lightning strike hits boat, causing burns an...

Jul. 2, 2025
Show more Show less Chevron down

Topics

AccuWeather Early

Hurricane Center

Top Stories

Trending Today

Astronomy

Heat

Climate

Health

Recreation

In Memoriam

Case Studies

Blogs & Webinars

Top Stories

Weather News

Inside the grueling recovery effort after Texas’ deadly flood

9 hours ago

Weather Forecasts

Flood-weary Texas finally drying out, but near 100-degree heat looms

6 hours ago

Hurricane

Tropical Rainstorm to drench Florida, Gulf Coast

6 hours ago

Weather News

Grand Canyon fires force closures

16 hours ago

Weather Forecasts

Flash flood dangers far from over as storms reload across US

6 hours ago

More Stories

Featured Stories

Astronomy

Noctilucent clouds shimmer in summer sky

1 day ago

Recreation

Yellowstone’s landscape shifts again with discovery of new hot pool

1 day ago

Weather News

Orcas are bringing humans gifts of food – but why?

4 days ago

Weather News

Giant shoes found spark mystery around the soldiers of ancient Rome

1 day ago

Weather News

It’s not just humans – chimpanzees also like to follow trends

1 day ago

AccuWeather Hurricane Tropical rainstorm to bring downpours, drought relief to Gulf Coast
Company
Proven Superior Accuracy About AccuWeather Digital Advertising Careers Press Contact Us
Products & Services
For Business For Partners For Advertising AccuWeather APIs AccuWeather Connect RealFeel® and RealFeel Shade™ Personal Weather Stations
Apps & Downloads
iPhone App Android App See all Apps & Downloads
Subscription Services
AccuWeather Premium AccuWeather Professional
More
AccuWeather Ready Business Health Hurricane Leisure and Recreation Severe Weather Space and Astronomy Sports Travel Weather News Winter Center
Company
Proven Superior Accuracy About AccuWeather Digital Advertising Careers Press Contact Us
Products & Services
For Business For Partners For Advertising AccuWeather APIs AccuWeather Connect RealFeel® and RealFeel Shade™ Personal Weather Stations
Apps & Downloads
iPhone App Android App See all Apps & Downloads
Subscription Services
AccuWeather Premium AccuWeather Professional
More
AccuWeather Ready Business Health Hurricane Leisure and Recreation Severe Weather Space and Astronomy Sports Travel Weather News Winter Center
© 2025 AccuWeather, Inc. "AccuWeather" and sun design are registered trademarks of AccuWeather, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy | About Your Privacy Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

...

...

...