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Ken Barlow is forecasting a few thunderstorms late today and this evening
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· August 20, 2026
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Key points Skies are expected to clear by early Friday, making way for a sunny weekend with temperatures in the upper 70s to near 80 degrees. Further details on the forecast are available from Ken Barlow.
A forecast is calling for a few thunderstorms to develop late in the day and into the evening. Showers are already falling in some areas, with the next chance for precipitation expected later. While a severe weather outbreak is not anticipated, isolated severe thunderstorms may bring heavy rain, strong winds, and hail.
Most of the rain is expected to be light, with amounts ranging from.10 to.25 inches. However, higher amounts are possible near thunderstorms. Skies are expected to clear by early Friday, making way for a sunny weekend with temperatures in the upper 70s to near 80 degrees.
Further details on the forecast are available from Ken Barlow. His forecast provides more information on what to expect in the coming days.
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Published: August 20, 2026 ·
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