Timeline For Severe Weather Released On Saturday: Here's What To Expect

CONNECTICUT — It will feel nearly as hot as 100 degrees on Saturday, and once again there is a chance for more strong-to-severe thunderstorms that could lead to flooding concerns across the state.

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory statewide and a flash flood watch has been issued for northern sections of Connecticut. Additionally, a severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 9 p.m.

"We also already have a flood watch for Hartford, Tolland & Windham counties as we are expecting more storms through today," WFSB 3 TV Chief Meteorologist Mark Dixon & Lorin Richardson wrote. "It’s possible to see some storms & showers this morning, an isolated stronger storms is possible. But we expect a much stronger line of storms later in the day, ahead of a cold front pushing through."

"However, it won’t be a washout or raining all day...The Storm Prediction Center has most of CT in a level 2 (out of 5) risk. Any storms that develop could produce gusty/damaging wind and frequent lightning – so if you’re outside and hear thunder, head inside and let the storms pass by.

"Furthermore, with our recent rounds of rain, the ground is saturated… any additional rain could quickly renew the threat for poor drainage and flash flooding. We are also in the level 2 risk for excessive rainfall. There is a slight chance to see some hail and even an isolated tornado risk with some of these stronger storms. This should wrap up by the latest - 10 pm or so." (Watch/read more at WFSB 3 TV).

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Southern Connecticut forecast details via the National Weather Service:

A heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Heat index values in the upper 90s.

"Scattered strong to severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening. The main threat is from damaging wind gusts. A brief, isolated tornado cannot be ruled out," the weather service said.

Today: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 98. Southwest wind 5 to 8 mph.

Tonight: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 1am, then a slight chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. North wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. North wind 7 to 9 mph.

Northern Connecticut forecast details via the National Weather Service:

A heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Heat index values up to 95. A flood watch is in effect from 11 a.m. through this evening.

"Potential exists for multiple periods of storms capable of heavy rain this afternoon and tonight. Storms may develop by early afternoon in scattered coverage, with more numerous storms during the late afternoon to early evening. While individual storms may be progressive, the potential for multiple rounds of storms and the locally excessive rains they are likely to produce may elevate the risk for localized, urban and poor drainage flooding."

Today: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 4pm. Some of the storms could produce gusty winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 91. South wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.

Tonight: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 10pm, then isolated showers between 10pm and midnight. Some of the storms could produce gusty winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning. Cloudy, then gradually becoming partly cloudy, with a low around 66. North wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. North wind 6 to 8 mph.