Break from heat and humidity arriving; storms return Thursday

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Partly cloudy skies will gradually clear through the evening air as less humid air starts to arrive, according to Storm Center 7 Chief Meteorologist Eric Elwell.

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QUICK-LOOK FORECAST  

  • Clearing, turning less humid tonight
  • More comfortable through midweek
  • Rain and storms return Thursday

DETAILED FORECAST 

TONIGHT: Skies will continue to clear as temperatures slowly drop back through the 70s this evening. It will be a more comfortable night with temperatures falling to near 60 degrees by morning.

TUESDAY: A more pleasant afternoon is expected under mostly sunny skies. Highs will top out near 80 degrees.

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WEDNESDAY: Lots of sunshine is in the forecast through the day. There will be some increase in clouds late. There is also a chance for storms across the northwestern sections of the Miami Valley late Wednesday night. Highs will be warmer, in the middle 80s.

THURSDAY: Numerous showers and storms will be likely. A few storms could be strong and contain gusty winds and locally heavy rainfall. Temperatures will hold in the lower to middle 80s.

FRIDAY: Skies should clear with cooler, less humid air returning. Highs will top out near 80 degrees.

SATURDAY: A nice start to the weekend is in the forecast with sunshine and highs in the upper 70s to near 80 degrees.