FIRST WARN FORECAST: Prepare for pleasant temperatures Thursday [Video]

Starting with Thursday morning, it will be very pleasant with low humidity, temperatures in the 70s, and partly cloudy skies. The afternoon will see mid-80s, increasing humidity, increasing clouds, and a few spotty showers. The rain looks patchy enough that any one area is limited to a 30% chance to see wet weather, but there will likely be some downpours in the area.

Late Thursday night into Friday morning brings a more organized batch of showers and storms, which could make for a messy commute Friday morning. A few strong storms will be possible through this time, with some strong winds or small hail not out of the question. The severe risk is low at a Level 1/5, but a few storms could pack a punch.

Mid-morning to late-afternoon Friday will be more dry than wet, with the heat cranking back up with highs near 90 and a heat index …