Wednesday starts warm and a little muggy, with partly sunny skies and temperatures in the mid-70s. It will feel a bit warmer than that early, closer to 79, and there is a small chance of a passing morning shower.
By afternoon, the heat takes over. The high will reach 93 with a west wind around 8 mph and gusts near 12 mph. It could feel as hot as 102 at times. Most of the day stays partly sunny, but scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop later in the afternoon, with about a 64% chance of rain. Any storm could bring a quick downpour and brief gusty winds.
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During the evening, warm and humid weather hangs on as thunderstorms remain possible. Rain chances rise quickly after dark, and conditions turn wetter overnight. Periods of rain and thunderstorms are likely late, with some heavy rainfall possible in spots. The low will be 71 by early Thursday, and poor drainage areas could see minor flooding if heavier rain sets up.
The allergy index is worth watching Wednesday. Grass pollen is high, and ragweed is very high, so anyone sensitive to late-summer allergens may want to keep that in mind before heading out.
Thursday brings a very different setup, with a high near 79 and a low of 61. Expect a cloudy, humid start with heavy rain and thunderstorms in the morning, then a few lingering showers in the afternoon before skies clear out Thursday night.
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