'Heavy' Rain Possible In N.J. Monday Night, July 4: NWS

The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook, saying "heavy" rain is possible Monday night — just in time for Fourth of July fireworks shows planned across the region.

The Weather Channel predicts near certain rain Monday, but exactly what time it will arrive is what remains the question.

The NWS's Hazardous Weather Outlook says there is the "potential" for "heavy rain" across New Jersey late Monday into Monday night. "The heavy rain may cause localized flooding in areas of poor drainage."

According to the Weather Channel's hourly forecast for Monday, July 4, there is a 65 percent chance of rain starting at 9 p.m.

Fireworks displays typically begin after dusk. Sunset is expected at 8:33 p.m. on Monday.

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