Synopsis:.
As we flip the calendar from February to March our temperatures will once again feel more like Spring than Winter. High pressure off the coast will bring up mild air from the South. Temperatures will once again rise to well above average levels. February’s finale, today will feel more like April and March’s Debut, tomorrow will have a May-like feel.
A mix of sun and clouds is expected today, the majority of the day should be dry. Another warm front will approach tonight with a round of rain. Tomorrow showers are possible just about anytime with a moist Southerly flow in place. Thunderstorms are likely later Wednesday evening as the cold front nears. Some of the storms may approach severe limits. It will be very warm with highs closing in on the records for the date.
Looking ahead, much colder temperatures are expected by Friday and Saturday. A few scattered snow showers are possible on Friday with a weak low passing through. No major storms are in sight between day 5 and day 7.
Today:
Clouds and sun. Much warmer. Highs in the upper 50s. East to Southeast winds at 5-10mph.
Tonight:
Cloudy with a period of rain likely. Very mild. Lows will be in the 50s throughout. This is higher than the average high for the date (which is 45º)! Southeast to Southwest wind at 5-10mph.
Wednesday:
Mostly cloudy. May-like. Highs around 70º. Scattered showers are possible just about any time. A line of thunderstorms should move through the area around dinnertime. Some of the storms may contain damaging winds.
Thursday:
Partly sunny, breezy and much cooler. Highs in the upper 40s.
Friday:
Mostly cloudy and chilly with a chance of flurries. Highs in the lower 40s.
Saturday:
Partly sunny and cold. Highs around 40º.
Stay Tuned.
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