COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Midlands could see isolated showers and storms through the weekend with warmer temperatures at the beginning of next week. Chances for showers and storms will increase next week.

Showers and thunderstorms will linger through the evening hours before coming to an end. Tonight, skies will clear of most cloud cover as temperatures settle in the

We may see a few less showers and storms over the next couple of days, but it won't be completely dry. Temperatures will stay near average for this time of year with very humid conditions continuing.

A stronger front will approach the area late Sunday, bringing a higher chance for showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening. Parameters do not suggest widespread severe weather, but storms could contain very heavy rain, a lot of lightning, and gusty winds.

Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest First Alert Weather forecast.