Cool for the work week, and (potentially much) colder this weekend

As expected Tuesday’s storms blew through with some sound and fury, but didn’t end up doing too much damage. And in their wake they’ve left us with some gorgeous fall weather. This weekend should be even colder.

TODAY-FRIDAY

We’re going to have three gorgeous fall days. Sunny, highs in the 70s, lows in the 50s. Dry air. Moderate winds. You really couldn’t ask for more.

SATURDAY

Late Friday night or early Saturday morning a reinforcing cold front should arrive. This will bring with it a slight chance of rain, but nothing like the showers we saw on Tuesday. However this will set the stage for what will likely be a cloudy, chilly and breezy Saturday afternoon and evening. If you have outdoor plans you’ll definitely want a jacket.

SUNDAY

It’s not clear how cold things will get by Sunday morning, but some forecast models show lows around 40 degrees — or even lower — if skies clear enough in the wake of Saturday’s cold front.

The GFS model goes all in on very low temperatures Saturday morning. This is possible but I suspect we'll be a bit warmer. (Weather Bell)
The GFS model goes all in on very low temperatures Saturday morning. This is possible but I suspect we’ll be a bit warmer. (Weather Bell)

 

In any case, Sunday’s highs may struggle to reach the low 60s. It will definitely be a day that will make everyone feel festive to begin the week of Thanksgiving.

THANKSGIVING

It’s not clear whether another cold front will arrive in time for Thanksgiving. If it does, the weather will be cool. If not, daytime highs will be in the upper 60s to upper 70s. Still a fair amount of uncertainty, but I’d lean toward the latter.

Posted at 6:50 a.m. CT

1 thought on “Cool for the work week, and (potentially much) colder this weekend”

  1. The thunderstorm last night after 11 PM sort of came out of nowhere, I guess.

    Looking forward to a cool, dry weekend to get things done outside.

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