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Heat index approaches 105 as temperatures soar this week

Storms bring threat of heavy rain and gusty winds each day this week

Rainfall forecast over the next seven days.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Showers and storms will be possible for the rest of the day with temperatures near 90 degrees. Heavy rain, frequent lightning and gusty wind are possible within any storm.

Tonight will be mostly cloudy and warm with temperatures in the 70s. An isolated shower or storm will be possible after sunset.

Wednesday's forecast.

We will see a mix of sun and clouds on Wednesday with highs in the mid to upper 90s. A few isolated showers and storms will be possible.

Wednesday will be mainly dry.

Heavy rain, frequent lightning and gusty winds are possible in any storm.

Storm coverage will increase later this week.

Activity will become more widespread on Thursday with temperatures in the mid to upper 90s.Factoring in the heat and humidity, the heat index will approach if not exceed 105 degrees.

Storm coverage will become more isolated later in the week into the upcoming weekend, but it will be hot and humid with highs in the low to mid 90s.

The latest drought monitor.

Regarding the drought, the latest drought monitor reflects some improvement across our area. Several areas have been downgraded to a severe drought which reflects the rainfall we saw over the past week.

While we are still in a deficit, rainfall will once again lead to more improvement in the next outlook.

TONIGHT: Partly Cloudy. An Isolated Storm Early. Low 77.

WEDNESDAY: Partly to Mostly Cloudy. Isolated Rain & Storms. High 94, Low 76.

THURSDAY: Partly to Mostly Cloudy. Scattered Rain & Storms. High 94, Low 76.

FRIDAY: Partly to Mostly Cloudy. Isolated Rain & Storms. High 95, Low 77.

SATURDAY: Sun & Clouds. Mainly Dry. High 94, Low 77.

SUNDAY: Sun & Clouds. Mainly Dry. High 93, Low 76.