Friday morning starts mostly cloudy across the Riverbend, with a temperature of 46 degrees and a feels like reading of 45. A stray shower is possible, with a 40% rain chance during the day. Early commuters will find a light north wind around 4 mph, so keep a jacket handy before heading out.
By afternoon, clouds will give way to some sunshine as the high reaches 52. North winds will pick up to about 10 mph, with gusts near 21 mph. That breeze will give outdoor errands a little extra bite, with the feels like reading topping out around 50. A wind-resistant layer should be a useful companion for a lunchtime walk or afternoon school pickup.
Friday evening brings clear skies and lighter winds, with sunset at 4:55 p.m. Anyone heading to a game or spending time outside after dinner should plan on an extra layer. North winds will ease to around 5 mph during the night, with occasional gusts near 12 mph.
Overnight, the low will fall to 32, with frost possible and a feels like reading near 31. A National Weather Service freeze warning covers the area from midnight Friday until 8 a.m. Saturday. Some locations within the broader warning area could reach the upper 20s. Protect tender plants and exposed outdoor plumbing before turning in; sensitive vegetation could be damaged or killed.
Allergy levels are low. Mold is the main allergen reported, while grass, tree pollen and ragweed register zero Friday. Air quality is rated good, and the UV index reaches a moderate 3.
Saturday will feature clouds and sunshine, a high of 51 and a low of 35. Northwest winds around 5 mph and no rain expected make it a workable day for outdoor chores. The night will be clear, with frost possible in the normally colder spots.
Sunday brings plenty of sunshine and a warmer high of 65, followed by a clear night and a low of 37. West-southwest winds around 8 mph could gust to 17 mph. No daytime rain is expected, leaving a good opening for a park visit or an afternoon walk.
Get the latest updates on weather conditions here: RiverBender.com/weather.
