Residents across Delmarva are enjoying a much-needed break from the stifling heat and humidity as a cooler, drier airmass settles over the region. Friday brings a pleasant and seasonably warm afternoon, making it an ideal day for outdoor activities, especially for those attending the State Fair in Harrington, Delaware. Highs will reach the mid to upper 80s with noticeably lower humidity thanks to Canadian high pressure positioned over the Great Lakes.
While Friday is shaping up to be a beautiful end to the workweek, changes are on the horizon. By evening, scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible, continuing into the overnight hours with lows dropping into the 70s.
The weekend will begin on a more unsettled note. Saturday brings mostly cloudy skies and a heightened chance of showers and thunderstorms, particularly during the afternoon. Some storms could be strong, producing heavy rainfall and damaging winds. Highs will peak in the mid-80s before cooling slightly later in the day as rain moves in. Saturday night will offer some relief, drying out with partly cloudy skies and lows in the mid-70s.
On Sunday, as a cold front approaches, another round of storms is expected. Forecasters are warning of the potential for damaging winds and heavy rain.
Looking ahead, a much more comfortable weather pattern is in store for early next week. A pleasant airmass will move in, bringing mostly sunny skies, significantly lower humidity, and temperatures slightly below average across the region.
