Friday morning starts clear and cool across the Riverbend, with a temperature of 46 degrees just before 7 a.m. and a feels like reading of 47. East-northeast winds are around 3 mph, with gusts near 9 mph. A jacket earns its spot on the way out the door, even if it ends up over your arm later.
Sunrise arrives at 7:18 a.m., giving the morning commute a transition from darkness to daylight. Humidity starts at 100%, but the forecast calls for a much drier afternoon, with relative humidity dropping as low as 37%.
By afternoon, sunshine takes center stage as the high reaches 75 degrees, with a feels like temperature of 77. Southeast winds increase to about 7 mph, gusting to 14 mph. The rain chance is zero, making lunch outside or a walk after work an easy pick. The UV index reaches a moderate 4, so keep sunscreen handy if your plans involve a longer stretch outdoors.
Friday evening brings sunset at 6:12 p.m. and mainly clear skies. Anyone heading to a game or spending time on the patio will want that morning jacket back within reach.
Overnight, the low settles at 45 degrees, with a feels like reading of 44. Southeast winds ease to about 6 mph, with gusts near 13 mph, and the rain chance is just 1%.
Allergy levels stay low through Sunday. Mold and ragweed are the main reported allergens, while grass and tree pollen readings are zero. Ragweed readings edge upward each day but remain in the low category.
Saturday brings mostly sunny skies, a high of 75 degrees and a low of 45. Southeast winds run about 7 mph, with gusts near 13 mph. The daytime rain chance is only 3%, followed by a mainly clear night — a friendly forecast for errands, yardwork or a little time off the couch.
Sunday turns partly sunny with a high of 78 degrees and a low of 50. South-southeast winds stay near 6 mph, and the daytime rain chance is 3%. Mainly clear skies follow after dark, with the moon reaching its full phase.
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