50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Thursday in the Salina area.

Cloudy conditions likely, with a high near 55. Southeast wind between 14 and 17 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.

Tonight the chance of rain increases.

80% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Low around 51. East southeast wind between 8 and 10 mph.