4th of July Weather in Maryland: Celebrating in the Rain?

Rain and storms are expected on July 4th, but will we get a break in the wet weather long enough for area events?

The timing will be tricky and the second round of storms on Monday may be severe, according to forecasts.

There's a chance of showers overnight Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.

The forecast for the 4th of July includes showers in the morning before evolving into a more steady rain in the afternoon, according to the Weather Channel.

Monday night, showers and thunderstorms are expected, with locally heavy rainfall possible.

There may be a break in the clouds in the late afternoon or early evening for portions of the region, according to the weather service.

"However, any thunderstorms that do develop in these areas may contain gusty winds and torrential downpours," according to a weather service statement.