CT Weather: 4th of July Forecast Improves; Storms To Break Heat

Some better news for our 4th of July weather today in Connecticut as most areas won't see any rain or thunderstorms, and we'll be dry for fireworks displays across the state. There is a chance for a thunderstorm or two this afternoon and temps will again feel like 100 degrees away from the coast but we should also see the sun too as it breaks through the clouds occasionally.

Heat advisories still remain in effect for much of the state as the humidity is already building this morning. Several state parks are at capacity as people look to beat the heat. Thursday's weather also looks hot and humid but if you're wondering when this heatwave may finally break, well the answer is on Friday but this means we are expecting a good chance of severe weather to roll through, which will reduce temps this weekend.

The National Weather Service has already issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Friday in anticipation of thunderstorms that could produce downpours. It's never a dull moment for us in Connecticut as it pertains to the weather.

Here's a look at the full list of 4th of July fireworks displays today in CT.

2018 Connecticut 4th Of July Fireworks Guide: When and Where

Have a safe holiday.

Southern Fairfield County

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* HEAT INDEX VALUES...In the mid 90s.

* TIMING...Highest heat indices will occur in the afternoon and early evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat can cause illness and death among at-risk population who cannot stay cool. The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure.

Severe Weather Chance:

Showers and thunderstorms with a cold frontal passage on Friday have potential to produce torrential rainfall and flash flooding.

Southern New Haven-Southern Middlesex-Southern New London-

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southern Connecticut

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Severe Weather Chance:

Showers and thunderstorms with a cold frontal passage on Friday have potential to produce torrential rainfall and flash flooding.

Northern Fairfield-Northern New Haven-Northern Middlesex- Northern New London

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* HEAT INDEX VALUES...In the upper 90s due to temperatures around 80, and dewpoints in the lower 70s.

* TIMING...Highest heat indices will occur in the afternoon and early evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat can cause illness and death among at-risk population who cannot stay cool. The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure.

Severe Weather Chance:

Showers and thunderstorms with a cold frontal passage on Friday have potential to produce torrential rainfall and flash flooding.

Hartford, Tolland and Windham Counties:

..HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* Location...Northern Connecticut

* Heat Index Values...Near 100 due to temperatures in the lower low to mid 90s, and dewpoints in the low 70s.

* Timing...Maximum heat indices during peak heating this afternoon.

* Impacts...Heat indices of these values could lead to heat- related illnesses particularly to those most vulnerable.

Severe Weather Chance:

Heat and humidity continues through this week, driving heat index values at or above 95 degrees on Thursday. Heat Advisories will likely be needed over much of southern New England.

There is the potential for strong thunderstorms with heavy rainfall on Friday.

Litchfield County:

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* Location... Litchfield County Connecticut.

* Heat Index Values...In the upper 90s due to temperatures between 90 and 93, and dewpoints in the upper 60s.

* Timing...Wednesday afternoon and evening.

* Impacts...The combination of heat and high humidity may cause heat stress or other heat related illnesses.

A close-up look at the 4th of July Forecast for the Connecticut coast:

Independence Day: Isolated showers and thunderstorms before 10am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 3 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Tonight: Patchy fog after midnight. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind 3 to 5 mph.

Thursday: Patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 5 to 9 mph.

Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers after 2am. Increasing clouds, with a low around 76. Southwest wind 8 to 13 mph.

A close-up look at the 4th of July Forecast for inland sections of Southern Connecticut:

Independence Day: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 1pm and 4pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Heat index values as high as 97. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Tonight: Patchy fog after 3am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Thursday: Patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 87. Light southwest wind becoming south 5 to 9 mph in the morning.

Thursday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2am. Increasing clouds, with a low around 76. South wind 6 to 10 mph.

A close-up look at the 4th of July Forecast for Northern Connecticut:

Independence Day: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 11am and 5pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 91. Light and variable wind. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Tonight: Areas of fog after 2am. Otherwise, increasing clouds, with a low around 74. South wind around 6 mph becoming calm after midnight.

Thursday: Areas of fog before 8am. Otherwise, cloudy through mid morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 90. Light south wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning.

Thursday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 4am. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Patchy fog after 2am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. South wind 8 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

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