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Sunday Highs Climb to 90°F Before Tuesday Storm Risk and Wednesday Cool-Off

Clearing wildfire smoke has improved air quality ahead of rising humidity that may trigger storms before temperatures plunge later in the week.

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Overview

  • Sunday will be hot and sunny with most areas reaching the upper 80s to low 90s under dry conditions.
  • Wildfire smoke from Canada has largely cleared out, leading to improved air quality across the region.
  • Southerly winds strengthen on Monday, pushing humidity levels higher and setting the stage for moisture-laden showers Monday night.
  • Forecasters warn of a potential for stronger to possibly severe storms on Tuesday as moisture and instability peak.
  • A cooler air mass moves in by Wednesday, dropping highs into the 70s and leaving behind a few lingering showers.