Storms Expected Across Riverbend Later Thursday

Thursday morning starts partly sunny across the Riverbend, with a temperature of 70 degrees that feels like 72. Southeast winds are light at 4 mph, with gusts near 9 mph. No rain is falling at the morning observation, giving early errands a dry start. Humidity is 84%, so it’s already a bit sticky outside.

By afternoon, mostly cloudy skies take over as the high reaches 83. Rain chances are 60%, with a thunderstorm possible and about a fifth of an inch of rain forecast during the day. Southwest winds increase to around 9 mph, gusting to 21 mph. Keep an indoor backup for outdoor plans; the umbrella may get some work before dinner.

For evening plans, sunset comes at 6:44 p.m., and the nighttime forecast brings periods of rain and a possible thunderstorm. The chance of rain rises to 98%. Water could collect on streets and highways, so leave extra time for the drive home.

Overnight, the low falls to 60, with a feels like temperature of 56. North winds run near 8 mph, gusting to 15 mph. The nighttime rainfall total is forecast at about two-thirds of an inch.

On the allergy front, ragweed is the main concern, rated high on the allergy index. Grass, tree pollen and mold are rated low.

Friday turns cooler, with a high of 70 and a low of 46. Morning showers and a possible thunderstorm give way to some afternoon sunshine, followed by a mostly cloudy night.

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