Nice and warm through mid-week

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Highs this afternoon will rise above average, topping out near 70 as high pressure builds over the region. Lows will be in the upper 30s to low 40s.

Expect sunshine and highs near 80 on Wednesday. Clouds start to thicken Wednesday night into Thursday ahead of the next cold 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 storms tracks from west to east. A few rumbles of thunder will be possible, along with gusty winds of 30-40mph with stronger storms. No severe weather is expected at this time.

Friday will be seasonable, with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.

Temps will climb above average this weekend. Mostly dry conditions can be expected with surface high pressure around most days, though the potential for a weak disturbance may bring a stray shower later Saturday night. Most areas will manage to stay dry.

Enjoy the sunshine!
Cruz Medina