Pinpoint Weather: A warm week with some storms

WFXR Roanoke

April 28, 2024 at 3:49 PM

Tonight will be clear and mild with temperatures in the 60s.

High pressure will influence Monday’s weather. It will be warmer with lows in the 50s and 60s and highs mostly in the 80s.

A front will pass through and bring a chance of showers and storms on Tuesday.

Showers and storms are possible late in the week as well.

Temperatures will remain above normal for the next week or two.

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