A wet pattern is in place this week for the Southeast and Gulf Coast

Soggy weather is in the forecast for the Central Gulf Coast as showers and storms increase in coverage through the rest of the week. Flash flooding is possible as heavy downpours are possible.

As a low pressure system joins forces with a stationary front, rounds of rain are expected to impact the Gulf Coast, Florida, and parts of the Southeast through the remainder of the week. Flash flooding will be possible along the Gulf Coast, throughout the Florida Peninsula, and for parts of the Southeast.

The WeatherRadar shows showers increasing in number along the central Gulf Coast today. It will be a soggy Tuesday for New Orleans. This rain and cloud cover will hold high temperatures down to the mid and upper-60s in The Big Easy.

Downpours will become more widespread Wednesday and will extend from coastal Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama into Florida. Folks in Mobile, Ala., Tallahassee, Tampa, Orlando, and Naples, Fla., will want to have an umbrella handy. By Thursday, wet weather extends further into the Southeast as the low pressure moves onshore. Numerous showers are in the forecast Thursday for Birmingham, Ala., Atlanta, Savannah, Ga., and Charleston, S.C.

Through Thursday, areas along the central Gulf Coast into Florida, southern Alabama, and Georgia will see 1 to 3 inches of rain. However, some localized areas will see higher rainfall totals. Where higher rain totals add up, flash flooding is a concern.

Rough seas and rip currents are also a concern along Florida's coastline and along the central Gulf Coast. The WindRadar shows winds gusting in excess of 30 mph through the end of the week. Onshore flow on Florida's east coast may lead to coastal flooding in some communities.

While downpours may dampen beach plans for many, this rain will be beneficial for drought-stricken Florida. Currently, two-thirds of the state is experiencing some level of drought. With flooding a possibility, check conditions on the WeatherRadar before heading out, and make sure your Weather & Radar alerts are turned on.