South Bend, IN Hourly Weather Forecast (2024)

FAQs

What is the most accurate weather predictor? ›

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THUNDERSTORMS: There in an average of 42 thunderstorm days per year at South Bend with most occurring from May to August. Measurable precipitation typically falls on 148 days of the year. Mid-winter through early spring is the wettest time of year, with autumn the driest.

The Short Answer:

A seven-day forecast can accurately predict the weather about 80 percent of the time and a five-day forecast can accurately predict the weather approximately 90 percent of the time. However, a 10-day—or longer—forecast is only right about half the time.

The Met Office weather app gives you the most accurate world-leading global weather forecasts, with coverage from 1 hour to 7 days ahead.

In the study, AccuWeather high-temperature forecasts beat the average of all other sources tested by 2.6 percent and bested the average of all other sources examined by 2.7 percent in low-temperature forecast accuracy.

South Bend's housing expenses are 16% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 1% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 9% lower than the national average.

It has become a significant additional economic asset with its “Fighting Irish” gridiron football team, Notre Dame Stadium, Snite Museum of Art, Hesburgh Memorial Library (one of the world's largest college libraries), Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, and Joyce Athletic and Convocation Center.

A barometric reading in the range of 29.80 and 30.20 inHg can be considered normal, and normal pressure is associated with steady weather. If the reading falls between 29.80 and 30.20 inHg (100914.4–102268.9 Pa or 1022.689–1009.144 mb): Rising or steady pressure means present conditions will continue.

Running your tires at the correct pressure is important because it keeps you safe, cuts down your gas bill, and makes your tires last longer. Each vehicle has its own specifications for tire pressure, but most fall between 28 and 36 PSI (pounds per square inch).

Pressure is usually around 1000hPa, and at sea level, it rarely gets lower than 950hPa or higher than 1050 hPa. So high pressure gives fine, dry weather – warm in summer (remember how glorious July was!) but with cold nights in winter. But on the other hand, low pressure brings clouds, rain and strong winds.

What does 40 chance of rain mean? ›

If a forecast for a given county says that there is a 40% chance of rain this afternoon, then there is a 40% chance of rain at any point in the county from noon to 6 p.m. local time.

Let's use 60% as the rain chance in the forecast. That means 60% of the entire area (Central Florida) could see measurable rain at some point in the day, while the other 40% won't. That goes beyond the city that you live in.

How accurate is the weather forecast three days out? It's accurate about 90% of the time. You can generally rely on a three-day forecast for short-term planning and decision-making. Mild weather such as warm, sunny days is usually easier to predict than severe lightning, thunderstorms, and tornadoes.

ECMWF. The European Center for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) model is another global numerical weather prediction model that is highly regarded for its accuracy. It employs advanced data assimilation techniques and sophisticated numerical algorithms to simulate atmospheric processes.

AccuWeather: AccuWeather is renowned for its hyper-local forecasts, providing minute-by-minute precipitation predictions. Its detailed radar maps and severe weather alerts make it a favorite among users who prioritize accuracy.

The WSR-88D is one of the most powerful and advanced Weather Surveillance Doppler Radar in the world. Since first being built and tested in 1988, it has been installed and used operationally at over 160 locations across the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.