A Beautiful Thanksgiving Day

From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I hope you have had a wonderful day eating great food and spending time with friends and family. Except for being a bit warm for this time of year, it was a picture perfect day. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s. There was a breeze from the southwest.

If you are going to be shopping tomorrow, it looks like the weather will be pleasant. We'll begin the morning with temperatures in the 50s except in low-lying areas where it will be in the 40s. Another warm afternoon is on tap for us with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. Winds will be from the south-southwest at 10 to 15 mph.

The high pressure system that has kept us warm and dry much of this week will shift eastward this weekend. That will allow Gulf of Mexico moisture to move into the area. We can expect partly to mostly cloudy skies Saturday through Wednesday. There is a slight chance for rain on Monday, but the best moisture and dynamics will likely be in the eastern portions of the state. Highs this weekend through Tuesday of next week are expected to be in the low 70s.

A cold front looks to arrive on Wednesday beginning a major change for us. This front will help usher arctic air into the area that will probably be with us for a while. Temperatures should be well below average for this time of year beginning next Thursday. We'll continue to keep you updated on this situation.

Have a fantastic Friday!