Increasing cloud cover and growing storm chances are expected this afternoon, with some storms potentially being strong and severe, bringing damaging winds, hail, and brief heavy rain.
Winds outside of storms are also strong, with gusts up to 50 mph. A cold front approaching this evening will increase storm chances, with the best potential for severe storms remaining over the mountains.
Warm temperatures are expected, with highs in the upper 70s and 80s, and increasing cloud cover and storm chances throughout the day.
It will still be breezy, with lots of sunshine and warm temperatures, despite a cooler airmass behind the cold front.
Author's summary: Strong storms expected on Wednesday.