There could be strong or severe thunderstorms on Friday, with damaging wind gusts.

Localized downpours are also likely along, with thunder and lightning of course.

The storms in Litchfield County have a better chance at becoming severe, with winds that could top 58 mph or higher.

The heat will gradually subside, and temperatures return to normal levels over the weekend as a cold front sweeps through.

The air quality will also gradually improve as well.

More showers and storms are likely for the first half of Saturday.

Drier weather returns for Sunday. It will also be less humid.

FRIDAY: Sun and clouds, showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon/evening. High of 80 to 85.

SATURDAY: Mostly cloudy, showers and thunderstorms for the first half of the day. High of 73.

SUNDAY: Partly sunny. High of 76.

MONDAY: Partly sunny. High of 73.

TUESDAY: Mostly cloudy, showers. High of 75.

WEDNESDAY: Partly sunny. High of 70.

THURSDAY: Mostly sunny. High of 82.