Storm Timeline: When's the Best Chance for Thunderstorms?

The threat for severe storms increases across the region on Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.

The latest forecast calls for showers and thunderstorms Saturday night, mainly after 8 p.m., with some storms producing heavy rain.

Showers will continue Sunday, with the best chance for storms before 8 a.m. and then again Sunday afternoon. Some of these storms could produce gusty winds and heavy rain, according to the weather service.

Alerts may be needed Sunday afternoon and evening across the Mid-Atlantic, with threat of downed trees, tree limbs and power outages, according to the Weather Channel. Some hail and a few tornadoes are also possible.

Skies are expected to clear overnight, with mostly sunny skies and 84 degrees on Monday.

Here's the latest storm timeline for Sunday, according to the National Weather Service:

• Until 3 p.m.: Showers likely, with a chance for thunderstorms.
• 3-8 p.m.: Showers and thunderstorms expected.
• 8-11 p.m.: Showers and thunderstorms likely.
• 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. Monday: Slight chance of showers.