Increasing chance of rain and storms on Sunday

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – NEXT 24 HOURS: We’re expecting a few showers in the morning, but there should be plenty of breaks as well. The main thing today is the increasing chance of rain and storms in the afternoon and evening. As temperatures rise, isolated thunderstorms with heavy rain, gusty winds and lightning are possible. If you plan on visiting the lake or pool, keep an eye out for lightning warnings using our WBRC First Alert Weather app. We could see some lingering showers and thunderstorms Saturday night, and more widespread thunderstorms and showers are expected on Sunday.

The increased chance of rain will continue into next week. A very humid air mass will persist through the end of the month and into early August. Expect highs around 27 degrees, with isolated thunderstorms likely on Monday and Tuesday. The heat index will rise well above 30 degrees.

Warmer air aloft will help keep showers and storms less frequent through the middle or end of next week. As August begins, highs will climb to near 80 degrees and heat index values ​​will be back in the triple digits. Another broad ridge will form to the southeast and could bring a tropical wave closer to the Bahamas in about seven days. The likelihood of tropical development is low.

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