OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Keep your umbrella handy as there’s a good chance of rain and thunderstorms across Marion County through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service. Afternoon and evening storms could bring heavy rain, gusty winds, and dangerous lightning, especially in rural and open areas.

As the National Weather Service wraps up National Lightning Safety Awareness Week, remember: “When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!” There is no safe place outside during a thunderstorm. If you hear thunder, you’re within striking distance. Seek shelter in a sturdy building or hard-topped vehicle and stay indoors for at least 30 minutes after the last thunderclap.

Here’s your day-by-day outlook from the National Weather Service.

Friday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 5 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 102. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Friday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2 a.m., then a slight chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Saturday: A chance of showers, then showers and thunderstorms likely after 11 a.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming west around 6 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Saturday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 11 p.m., then a chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m. High near 90. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Sunday Night: Showers and thunderstorms before 2 a.m., then a chance of showers. Low around 72. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

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