Summer has decided to linger across the region, with temperatures climbing back into the low to mid-90s through Friday. Residents can expect clear skies tonight, with a pleasant low around 61 degrees, providing a brief respite from the daytime heat. Thursday and Friday will be perfect for soaking up the sun, so be sure to stay hydrated.
A shift in the weather pattern is on the horizon. While the weekend will bring slightly cooler temperatures, with highs dropping into the upper 80s, it also introduces a chance for some much-needed rain. Isolated to widely scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible starting late Friday and continuing through the weekend, but don't count on a significant downpour just yet. Total rainfall will likely be under a quarter of an inch, and some areas may mi