The upper-level trough could move further offshore, creating high pressure over the area. Tonight, temperatures will drop into the 50s with a light breeze. This will reduce cloud cover, especially in areas near I-95, but low clouds are expected to return by dawn.
Dry conditions are expected to continue on Monday due to high pressure. Temperatures will be colder than average as stratus clouds persist, with highs ranging from the mid-60s along the Outer Banks to the low to mid-70s inland. The cool start to the week is a direct result of the location of the high pressure system and associated northeast flow.
As the week progresses, high pressure will continue to dominate and temperatures will become even warmer. Temperatures will rise into the 75-80°F range on Tuesday, with highs reaching the 80s and possibly 90°F in some areas by Wednesday and Thursday. This warming trend shows the strong influence of an anticyclone, which brings a wetter and warmer air mass to the region.
A change is expected towards the second half of the week as a mid-level disturbance and an approaching cold front could increase the chance of precipitation. By Friday, the chance of thunderstorms increases with a warm, moist air mass. Although there is still some uncertainty about the exact timing and strength of the unstable pattern, it is important to prepare for changing weather conditions.Be sure to have a rain jacket on standby next weekend
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