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Mostly clear tonight, chance of showers late in the weekend

Mostly clear skies tonight with lows in the mid to upper 50s. The weather ahead will be sunny and warm with relatively light winds. High's will be in the 80s with a slight chance of showers Sunday afternoon and a chance of storms Monday afternoon. Read More >

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