A flash flood warning is in effect until 9 a.m. for Boston and several communities south of the city, including Brockton, Quincy, and Randolph, officials said Thursday morning. The National Weather Service also issued a flood watch that will remain in effect until 4 p.m. for Rhode Island and eastern portions of Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Boston faces heavy rain and flash flood warnings with a forecast of showers, thunderstorms, and cooler temperatures.

There's a heat advisory in Massachusetts and remnants from Chantal could influence storms on Tuesday around Boston.

WE HAD ANOTHER HEAT WAVE YESTERDAY GETTING INTO THE LOW 90S. NOT HAPPENING TODAY. WE’RE STARTING OUT IN THE 60S IN WORCESTER AND IN BOSTON RIGHT NOW. BUT YOU CAN SEE THE AREAS OF FOG AND LOW CLOUDS. AFTER ALL THAT RAIN,

Boston experiences rainfall, thunderstorms, and fog; high near 74°F today, with chances of showers continuing into the night.

Slow moving thunderstorms and downpours will be around through the overnight. While the threat for localized flooding exists, the storms will not be widespread. Lightning is always dangerous, so make sure you are inside if you are hearing thunder.