The 80s are coming, the warmest temperatures of the season are the way. Tuesday and Wednesday will be cooler 50s and 60s with some 70s, a few showers possible Tuesday morning. The heat really moves in starting Thursday (the first day of spring) it will feel more like late May rather March Thursday and Friday.
A strong ridge will allow for a southwest wind to bring in the mild air, highs across the state will be in the 70s and 80s for both Thursday and Friday. The end of this week will be a great time to get outside and do some yard work or even let the kids play in the sprinkler. Temperatures will be running 15-20 degrees above average on Thursday and Friday.
Thursday:
Partly sunny and mild with highs in the 70s and 80s cooler in the mountains and along the coast, we will be watching for a few showers possible as well in the afternoon!
Friday:
Mostly sunny and warm with highs in the 70s and 80s, a little cooler along the coast and in the mountains.
Pollen:
Here comes the pollen, 4 of the next 5 days will see some of the highest pollen levels we have seen so far this year. Get the tissues ready. Remember a low-grade fever 100 and below can sometimes be related to Pollen, above 100.4 contact medical professionals.
The next 5 days: Tuesday will be mostly cloudy with a few showers possible in the morning on an isolated base. Highs will be in the 60s for most. Wednesday will be mostly sunny and dry with highs in the 50s,60s, and 70s.
Next weekend, Saturday looks nice with highs in the 60s and 70s cooler in the mountains. Sunday looks much cooler with the chance of rain.
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