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The area could see a thunderstorm overnight and up to 2½ inches of rain by noon Sunday, the National Weather Service says.

Chance of precipitation is  90 percent tonight, 80 percent Sunday before noon with thunderstorms possible. Wind gusts could reach 35-50 mph in the French Broad valley with 50-55 mph above 3,500 feet. Mountains in the far western corner of the state have a greater chance of high winds and heavy rain and possible tornados.

Chance of rain here drops to 20 percent Sunday night. Monday should be sunny but cooler with a high near 52, the NWS said.