Severe threat has lowered, storms still likely

Scattered showers and storms Tuesday evening could bring heavy rain and gusty wind. With cloud cover lasting through the afternoon has lessened the severe threat for the area.

Wednesday will start with rain showers, damp with gradual clearing through the afternoon. Skies clear as temperatures and humidity soar to end the week. The heat index this weekend will likely peak above 100. Use caution as this will be the hottest weekend we’ve had this year.

Tonight: Scattered showers and storms, low 68.

Wednesday: Morning showers, some PM clearing, high of 76.

Thursday: Sunny, highs in the mid-80s.

Friday: Mostly sunny, highs in the low 90s.