Increased fire danger this afternoon; Higher temps this weekend

Today will be blustery with low humidity, leading to an increased fire danger, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington. Because fires could spread out of control, outdoor fires are not recommended today.

Otherwise, it will be mostly cloudy and chilly, with highs around 54 degrees and breezy winds throughout the day.

[10:30 AM] Dry and breezy conditions are expected this afternoon, presenting an increased fire danger for parts of the area today. Avoid outdoor burning as these conditions could lead to rapid growth/spread of fire! pic.twitter.com/xblVS5epOn
— NWS Wilmington OH (@NWSILN) October 20, 2022

Clouds and winds will decrease in the afternoon and evening for a mostly clear, cold night with a low temperature around 38 degrees.

A period of dry conditions and warmer temperatures kick off Friday and will continue through Monday, according to NWS.

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— NWS Wilmington OH (@NWSILN) October 20, 2022

Friday will be mostly sunny, breezy and warmer, with temperatures climbing up to around 69 degrees.

Friday night will be mostly clear with a low around 48 degrees.

On Saturday, highs will rise a little further to around 75 degrees under mostly sunny skies. It will be partly cloudy and cool on Saturday night, with a low around 50 degrees.

Warmer than normal temperatures are expected to last through Monday, with highs in the 70s.

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