National Weather Service calling for scattered storms tomorrow, Tuesday in northern Ohio

Much of northern Ohio could see heavy rain and lightning for the start of the week.

According to the National Weather Service , there is a slight chance for severe weather on Monday, with scattered thunderstorms, frequent lightning and heavy rainfall after 2 p.m. and in the evening. Some storms could become severe and produce damaging wind gusts. Localized flash flooding also is a possibility in areas with heavier rain.

Expect steamy weather on Monday as well. Temperatures are expected to be near 89 degrees, with a heat index value as high as 95 degrees.

More of the same is possible on Tuesday, with damaging wind gusts and flooding again possible. Temperatures are expected to be cooler, with an expected high around 81 degrees.

This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: National Weather Service calling for scattered storms tomorrow, Tuesday in northern Ohio