Severe thunderstorms have entered several counties in central and southern New Hampshire.
The watch continues until 8 p.m. in Belknap, Cheshire, Hillsborough, Merrimack, Rockingham, Strafford and Sullivan counties.
The watch means weather conditions are favorable for severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.
Storms may develop in the afternoon, especially after 3 pm, and may be severe over central and southern New Hampshire.
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Some possible storm impacts include strong wind gusts, lightning, locally heavy rain and hail.
Ahead of the storm threat, heat warnings will be in effect for many areas from noon to 6 p.m.
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High temperatures will once again rise into the 90s on Wednesday, extending one of the longest heat waves in state history.
As of Tuesday, some communities were already seeing double-digit temperatures in the 90s:
- Rochester: 13 days
- Manchester: 12 days
- Concord: 11 days
- Lebanon: 11 days
Concord has had a total of 15 90-degree days this summer, which is higher than the capital's average for the entire summer.
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Last year, Concord had 11 90-degree days. In 1955, the city saw a record 30 days of 90-degree temperatures.
Manchester has set a record for 12 consecutive days with temperatures reaching 90 degrees.
After the storm, the night became cloudy and sunny, and it was mild and muggy, with lows in the 60s to near 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
Thursday will start wet with showers but will gradually clear up. It will also become more comfortable by Thursday night. Highs Thursday will be in the 80s.
Friday and the beginning of the weekend will be warm, but with low humidity and lots of sunshine.
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