Thunderstorms and heavy rain can be expected late Wednesday throughout Berkshire County.
This afternoon and evening, thunder and lightning will roll across the region.
In North County, expect clouds and temperatures in the 70s. A thunderstorm is expected around 7 p.m. Accuweather warns that the storm could bring hail and damaging winds. Storms are expected to continue sporadically throughout the night.
Central and South County can also expect some weather around the same time.
WTEN Meteorologist Steve Caporizzo said to "Watch for showers-Heavier T'storm tomorrow afternoon-Evening. More Widespread Showers for Thursday Huge temp contrast Wednesday....Low 60s Adirondacks to the mid 80s in NYC."
Accuweather predicts rain throughout the day Thursday. Temperatures should stay in the 60s.
The weather pattern this week is more typical of June and not only because of the warmth, but also the nature of the storms on the way, AccuWeather Meteorologist Jake Sojda said.
"Temperatures will peak at levels
more typical of late June over much of the Ohio Valley, central Appalachians and mid-Atlantic regions on Wednesday," Sojda explained. "We also often see potent storms sag southward into that warm air during June," adding that is similar to the pattern expected to unfold later Wednesday into Thursday.
More rain should be expected Friday. Berkshire County can expect passing showers with wind and cooler temperatures in the 50s.
This weekend should be mostly cloudy. Temperatures are expected to stay within the 50s Saturday.
Some rain is expected in North and Central County Sunday, but temperatures should break into the 60s.
An early look at next week looks promising with some sun and temperatures in the 60s and 70s.
This is Severe Weather Awareness Week and the National Weather Service says the most frequently occurring summer hazardous weather is lightning and offers the following warning:
"All thunderstorms contain deadly lightning. Postpone outdoor activities if you can hear thunder. Move to a sturdy building or hard topped vehicle. Stay away from tall objects such as towers, isolated trees and telephone poles. If caught outdoors in a remote area, find a low spot. Make sure your choice is not susceptible to flooding. If in the woods, take shelter under smaller trees. If you are boating or swimming, seek shelter on land immediately. When thunder roars, go indoors!"
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