Residents across New Jersey and the surrounding region should keep an eye on the sky Friday afternoon, as warm, humid conditions are expected to fuel scattered showers and thunderstorms.

While the threat of widespread flash flooding is lower than it was Thursday, forecasters say some storms could still produce brief heavy downpours, gusty winds, dangerous lightning, and localized flooding. The storms are expected to be isolated rather than widespread, meaning many areas may remain dry while others could see a quick burst of severe weather.

The greatest chance for storms is expected between approximately 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Conditions are expected to improve Friday night, with showers ending and skies gradually clearing. Overnight lows will remain muggy, settling into the lower 70s.

Shabbos will bring a noticeable improvement in the weather as lower humidity makes conditions much more comfortable. High temperatures will reach the low to mid-80s.

North Jersey is expected to enjoy partial sunshine and dry weather throughout Shabbos. Southern New Jersey could see more clouds along with a chance of scattered showers as a lingering cold front slowly moves away, although the day is not expected to be a washout.

Sunday and Monday are shaping up to be the best days of the stretch, with mostly sunny skies, comfortable humidity, and seasonable temperatures in the 80s—ideal weather for parks, barbecues, beaches, pools, and other outdoor activities.

Looking ahead, forecasters say another heat wave is likely to develop by the middle of next week. While temperatures are expected to climb once again, current projections indicate it should not be as intense as the historic heat experienced earlier this month.