Heavier rain is expected on Easter Sunday, mainly between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. This will likely lead to rising river levels and the potential for river flooding, meteorologists said in a Friday forecast discussion. A flood watch is in effect for eastern Kansas into central and southern Missouri through Sunday.

The most worrisome rain and storms are heading for the central United States, but much of the nation will see rain as Easter approaches.

Multiple rounds of rain and storms are expected this weekend, and there is a risk of severe storms Friday and Saturday evenings. Here's what to know.