Showers and thunderstorms grace Siouxland this morning. Expect frequent lightning and heavy rain, with an occasional gust of wind. Spotty showers and storms will remain through the afternoon, before drying out tonight. Temperatures will be cooler today due to the rain, with highs in the 70s. Expect a mostly dry weekend, with the next chance of rain arriving by Sunday afternoon.

-Meteorologist Lynnette Grant