Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be around through early next week, mainly in the afternoon and evening. After a brief break Wednesday, a cooler period looks to develop late week.
Areas with the best chance for strong to severe thunderstorms are largely off to the east today. That said, thunderstorms today will still be capable of gusty winds, small hail, and lightning. Remember: When thunder roars, go indoors.
Above normal temperatures are slightly favored over the duration of August across the region. There are equal chances for above, near normal, and below average precipitation.