The storms are expected to become weaker in the coming days, but another tropical depression is forecasted to form later in the week.

Barbara strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane on Monday. Some further strengthening is possible before it begins to weaken.

It's a good idea to open up your windows, throw on light layers, grab your sunglasses and pack some water as you get ready to head out the door and

Tropical wave 2: A tropical wave is east of the Lesser Antilles, extending from 06N to 17N with axis near 57W, moving west around 17 mph. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are ongoing from 06N to 16N between 50W and 60W.

Chief Meteorologist Lisa Teachman times out the chances for rain arriving this weekend. Temperatures climb as we dry out next week.

The Storm Track 8 Weather Impact team is tracking the return of severe thunderstorms on Wednesday.

Toasty June temperatures and isolated t-storm chances will continue across Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas through the end of the work week, with afternoon highs running near to above average and just enough moisture to keep spotty rain in the forecast.