Milder And Windy Thursday

Milder temperatures return Thursday with highs soaring into the mid 60s under mostly sunny skies. Winds will continue to impact the area and gust over 30 mph in Charlotte, as high as 50 mph in the mountains. Winds will decrease Thursday night. Friday will be a pleasant finish to the week with highs in the upper 60s under mostly clear skies. Temperatures will remain above average into the weekend with highs in the 60s under partly sunny skies. Although a few showers are possible, the weekend will not be a washout.

Thursday: Mostly sunny, windy and milder. High 66°. SW wind 10-20 mph, higher gusts.

Thursday Night: Mostly clear, gradually calming winds. Low 44°. WSW wind 5-15 mph.

Friday: Mostly sunny, beautiful afternoon. High 68°. W wind 5-15 mph.