We can expect more storms to pop up this afternoon and tonight.  We did have a short-lived downpour this morning which left 0.15″ in my gauge.  High’s are expected to be lower than yesterday, but will still be uncomfortably hot.  I feel sorry for anyone without AC.  There were a few severe storm warnings late yesterday in the southern portions of our state, but I haven’t heard much in terms of damage.  Storms are expected right through the weekend.

Our 1:15 PM temperature is 80°F, the humidity is 78%, and skies are mostly clear.  Winds are from the NW at 2-7 mph, and the pressure is 30.11 in and steady.  The dew point is 69°F and visibility is 12 miles.  The UV Index is very high at 8, and the Air Quality Index is moderate at 55.  Yesterday’s high was 91°F and the overnight low was 69°F.  The record high for June 19 is 97F set in 1953, and the record low is 42°F set in 1970.  Sunrise was at 5:58 AM, and sunset will be at 9:20 PM.

DURAND / OWOSSO FORECAST:

This Afternoon:  Sun and clouds mixed.  A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon.  High 86°F.  Winds NE at 5-10 mph.

Tonight:  Partly cloudy with a 30% chance of a shower or thunderstorm.  Low 66°F.  Winds light and variable.

Friday:  Partly cloudy with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.  High near 86°F.  Winds light and variable.