A spectacular Fourth of July is expected today, weather-wise. Some morning fog over central and parts of southwest Kansas will burn off rapidly after sunrise, giving way to mostly sunny skies and highs in the lower 90s. Pleasant weather can be expected for evening fireworks with temperatures around 75 degrees and south winds at 5 to 10 mph after sunset.

Looking ahead to Tuesday and Wednesday, a couple of upper level disturbances moving through the region will bring chances for thunderstorms during the evening and overnight hours. High temperatures both days are forecast to be in the 90s.

Independence Day: Areas of fog before 9am. Otherwise, cloudy through mid morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 91. South southwest wind 5 to 11 mph.

Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 70. South wind 8 to 10 mph.

Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 97. Southwest wind 9 to 16 mph.

Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. Southeast wind 7 to 13 mph.

Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 96. East southeast wind 3 to 8 mph