STORM WATCH: Severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect until 9 p.m.
Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible through this evening, with damaging wind gusts, torrential rain and frequent lightning posing the greatest threats.
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A flash flood warning is in effect for parts of New Jersey until 9:45 p.m.
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for much of New Jersey until 9 p.m. tonight.
Tonight's weather is the primary concern as showers and thunderstorms continue through the evening before gradually diminishing after midnight. Some storms may produce heavy downpours, frequent lightning and gusty winds, so expect wet roads and reduced visibility if you're traveling. There is also an elevated risk for flash flooding, especially for northwestern New Jersey. Conditions improve overnight as the rain moves out.
The rest of the weekend turns hot and mostly dry. An isolated late-day shower or thunderstorm is possible Saturday, but most communities will stay rain-free. Heat and humidity build even further Sunday and Monday, with afternoon temperatures reaching the lower 90s. A few scattered showers return Tuesday before slightly cooler temperatures arrive during the second half of next week.
Overall, the stretch from Sunday through Tuesday will feel very summer-like, with above-average temperatures and only isolated opportunities for rain outside of today's storms.
Saturday: Hot and humid with increasing clouds and a slight chance of a late-day shower or thunderstorm. Highs around 90 degrees, with heat index values in the mid-90s.
Sunday: Mostly sunny and hot. Highs in the lower 90s.
Monday: Sunny and hot. Highs in the lower 90s.
Tuesday: Partly sunny with a chance of afternoon showers. Highs in the lower 90s.
Wednesday: Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s.
Thursday: Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid-80s.
Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant. Highs in the lower to mid-80s.
