The current light rain and drizzle that is moving through the area will clear in the next few hours. This will allow partial clearing to occur, helping to destabilize the atmosphere. Thunderstorms will develop this afternoon over the mountains and move eastward into the evening.
Depending on how much clearing occurs, some of these storms could become severe with damaging winds, large hail and even an isolated tornado. Highs today will be in the mid 80s.
The cold front moves through tomorrow, bringing another round of showers and thunderstorms during the day. Highs will again be in the mid 80s.
High pressure moves in for Thursday, providing a nice day with sunshine and highs in the mid 80s.
Another system approaches on Friday, bringing a cold front through late in the day. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected with this system. Highs will be in the upper 80s.
The front clears the area Friday night, setting the stage for a cooler weekend. Highs will be around 80 degrees both days with minimal thunderstorm chances.
Be sure to stay alert for possible watches and warnings this afternoon as thunderstorms develop.
