A large area of high pressure is expected to move from the northern Plains to the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes region at the start of the forecast period, bringing a cold front toward the area. However, moisture levels are low, meaning that this front will not result in any significant precipitation. The primary impact will be a slight drop in temperatures and lower humidity levels, particularly in the northern parts of the region on Thursday compared to Wednesday. As the front weakens and dissipates before reaching I-40, warmer conditions will quickly return by Friday as the high-pressure system shifts toward the East Coast.
By Friday night, another cold front will approach from the northwest. While this front will also bring limited moisture, weather models indicate the possibility of some light precipitation in southwestern Virginia late Friday night into Saturday morning. However, with only a slight chance of precipitation expected, any rainfall will likely be minimal, with totals of just a hundredth of an inch or less.
This second front will have a stronger southward push, ushering in cooler temperatures across the region by Sunday. Expect highs ranging from the mid-60s in northern areas to the mid-70s in southern sections. By Tuesday, above-normal temperatures will return, continuing the cycle of fluctuating weather patterns as high-pressure systems and cold fronts move through.
