Your weekend forecast takes a turn Sunday afternoon

The Southwest Florida rainy season kicks into gear on Sunday as atmospheric moisture increases and an easterly wind pattern favors higher rain coverage across the region.

Saturday morning will start under a mostly clear sky, with temperatures in the lower to mid-70s. Temperatures will quickly heat up into the lower to mid-90s by the afternoon. Most of Southwest Florida will see a mix of sun and clouds, with rain coverage sitting at 20%. A few storms will develop during the late afternoon and evening hours, primarily inland.

Sunday will start with temperatures in the mid-70s before warming into the lower to mid-90s during the afternoon. The first half of the day will feature a mix of sun and clouds. Scattered storms are expected in the afternoon and early evening, with rain coverage increasing to 60%. Sunday is trending as the wetter of the two weekend days.

The Weather Authority is tracking hot afternoons with scattered storms to start the workweek next week. You can find the latest updates on TV on WINK News.