Timeline For Strong-To-Severe Thunderstorms Released In CT: Here's What To Know

Strong-to-severe thunderstorms are possible late Friday afternoon and evening across Connecticut, according to the National Weather Service.

"There is a slight risk of severe thunderstorms late this afternoon and this evening. Storms could produce damaging wind gusts," the weather service said concerning southern Connecticut.

WFSB 3 TV meteorologists say storms are possible across the state, especially during the evening hours.

"We also are watching the chance for an isolated storm this evening after about 6pm," said WFSB 3 TV meteorologists. "Not all towns will see a storm move through, but if you do, they have the possibility to be strong or even severe with gusty wind, lightning, and downpours."

More storms are possible on July 4 during the afternoon and evening hours. "Some are expected to be strong to severe," WFSB 3 TV said.

"Sunday, on the other hand, is going to be an improvement! Temperatures will be more seasonable (mid and upper 80s) with less humidity. Also, the risk for showers is lower... rain may hold off until after sunset," WFSB 3 TV said.

The excessive heat continues for a couple more days

Once again it will feel like 100 to 110 degrees Friday, according to the National Weather Service.

Saturday will be slightly cooler as it will feel like 95 to 100 degrees, forecasters said. And by Sunday, temperatures are back into the 80s.

Next week looks unsettled

"There is a higher risk for scattered storms Monday with a cold front in the region. Provided this, the stretch of hot and humid weather will break as we start the new work week. While still muggy, we’re forecasting highs in the 80s, as opposed to the 90s. Showers will linger into Tuesday," said WFSB 3 TV meteorologists. (Read more at WFSB 3 TV).

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Here are the forecast details for southern Connecticut via the National Weather Service:

Today: Sunny and hot, with a high near 100. Heat index values as high as 112. Calm wind becoming west 5 to 7 mph in the morning.

Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Independence Day: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Sunny, with a high near 96. Heat index values as high as 107. West wind 5 to 8 mph.

Saturday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Light west wind. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Sunday: A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Light and variable wind becoming east around 6 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Sunday Night: Showers likely, mainly after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Here are the forecast details for northern Connecticut via the National Weather Service:

Today: Sunny and hot, with a high near 102. Heat index values as high as 108. West wind 6 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Tonight: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75. West wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Independence Day: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm. Partly sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Northwest wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Saturday Night: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. North wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Sunday: Scattered showers, mainly after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Light and variable wind. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Sunday Night: Scattered showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 40%.