Heavy rainfall is in the forecast for Wednesday night, April 1 and Thursday, April 2.

It's a major system coming in from the southwest, according to Weatherology Lead Forecaster Paul Trambley.

"Soaking rains are possible, and then showers and thunderstorms on Thursday. An inch plus rainfall is likely in this case. There could be a brief area of sleet and freezing rain, but it's more likely to the north of Hartford."

Thursday's high temperature is expected around 60 degrees.

Possible sunshine for Friday, April 3 with a high of 50 degrees and then more rain Friday night.

Showers continue Saturday, April 4.