FORECAST: Sunshine expected before downpours return this weekend

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FORECAST:

• We experienced some dense fog early this morning, but sunshine is expected to move in this afternoon.

• It will end up being a pleasant day, with highs in the lower 80s.

• However, the chance for downpours returns tomorrow and will stick with us through the weekend.

• While it won’t rain all weekend, scattered storms are likely by Saturday.

• Heavy downpours are expected to be the main threats, along with lightning.

• There will also be a low risk of some stronger storms on Saturday afternoon.

• Highs will then fall back to the 70s this weekend.

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