Fourth of July weather outlook

Today there will be scattered showers and thunderstorms. Temperature expected to fall to 81 degrees by 5 p.m. Chance of precipitation is 90 percent. Rainfall amounts between a quarter and half an inch possible in certain areas.

Saturday comes with a slight chance of showers. The possibility of thunderstorms increases after 1 p. (grossandson.net) m. Saturday should be mostly sunny with a high around 89. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent.

Sunday will remain mostly clear with a 20 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. High will be around 90 degrees and a low around 69 that evening.

Stay safe and dry this fourth of July. Happy Independence Day!

Weather outlook courtesy of the National Weather Service.