FORECAST: Sunny, mild weather expected before Sunday showers

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FORECAST:

  • Temperatures are in the lower 60s Friday afternoon with plenty of sunshine.

  • Windy conditions may be in store, but the skies will be clear.

  • The weekend forecast will be a stark split.

  • Fantastic, sunny weather is expected on Saturday followed by a cold, rainy day on Sunday.

  • Saturday’s high will reach the mid 50s before plunging to the 40s for a soaked Sunday.

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