Friday morning starts mostly sunny and already warm, with temperatures in the upper 70s and light ESE wind around 2 mph. It will not take long to heat up. By afternoon, clouds mix with some sun as humidity builds and scattered thunderstorms develop in spots. The high reaches 94, and it could feel as hot as 106. South-southeast wind stays light near 7 mph, with gusts up to 15 mph. Rain chances rise to 55 percent during the afternoon, and any storm could bring a quick downpour.
Friday evening stays very warm and humid with a storm still possible in parts of the area. Overnight, a few thunderstorms remain in the forecast with a 57 percent chance of rain before things settle late. The low drops to 74 by daybreak Saturday.
An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect through Saturday evening. Heat index values could reach 108, so it is a good weekend to keep water nearby, limit time outside in the hottest part of the day and check on neighbors, kids and pets.
Friday’s allergy index is moderate, with grass pollen as the main allergen.
Saturday brings a high of 88 and a low of 71, with humid air, intervals of clouds and sun, and a heavy thunderstorm possible in the afternoon. Rain chances stay at 55 percent, and some storms could produce flooding downpours, hail and damaging wind gusts.
Sunday has a high of 86 and a low of 68, with intervals of clouds and sun, humid conditions and another thunderstorm possible. Rain chances remain at 55 percent during the day before Sunday night turns partly cloudy and quieter.
