Nice and warm through mid-week

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- First Alert: There is an elevated fire risk today due to low humidity and dry brush, especially west of the Triangle. Expect scattered showers and a few rumbles of thunder Thursday afternoon.

Good morning! Out-the-door temps are in the 30s and 40s. Aside from a few high clouds, skies will be mostly sunny and highs temps will soar to around 80-which is around 15 degrees above average.

Temps will be in the 50s tonight as clouds increase ahead of the next cold front.

Wind will pick up Thursday ahead of the front. The timing for rain and storms Thursday still looks to be mainly during the afternoon and early evening as a band of showers and isolated storms tracks from west to east. Dynamics are strong with this set up, but instability is lacking, and moisture is marginal. A few rumbles of thunder will be possible, along with gusty winds of 25-35mph with stronger storms.

The rain will quickly move out by the evening. Dry weather returns along with cooler air and clear skies.

Expect sunshine Friday with highs in the low 60s.

The weekend will be pleasant with highs near 70 under a mix of sun and clouds. Lows will be in the low 40s to near 50. The next front will bring showers Monday. Highs will be near 70 Monday, cooling into the mid 60s Tuesday.

Have a great day!
Kweilyn