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Nice Weather Forecast: Midwest, Northeast, and Pacific NW
A refreshing post-frontal airmass brings crisp, beautiful weather to the Midwest and Northeast this weekend, while the Pacific Northwest sees endless sunshine.
Crisp Air Reaches the Northeast, While the Northwest Starts a Spectacular Weekend Streak
It has been an exhausting week of severe weather for a huge chunk of the country. Between the high winds, the hail, and the constant alerts, a lot of folks are just looking for a quiet, comfortable day. Thankfully, the cold fronts that brought all that turbulent weather are finally sweeping toward the East Coast, and they are pulling a remarkably refreshing airmass right down behind them.
If you have outdoor plans this weekend, the map is full of bright spots.
Friday Relief for the Central Plains and Midwest
The immediate benefits of this pattern shift are happening today across the middle of the country. If you live in places like Kansas City, Topeka, or Peoria, Friday is handing you a top-tier forecast. We are seeing scores hit 92 out of 100, which puts this region firmly in the Beautiful to Perfect categories.
The humidity has plummeted, leaving crisp dewpoints in the 50s. It is an ideal afternoon to sit on the patio or get some yard work done. Just keep in mind that with cloud cover sitting at a mere 2 percent, the UV index is hovering around an 8. You will absolutely need sunscreen if you are out for a while.
Saturday Delivers for the Northeast
By Saturday, that dry, stable air settles nicely over the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Buffalo, Rochester, and State College are all looking at Beautiful, 70-degree weather with brilliant sunshine.
If you have a trailhead to hike or a weekend farmers market to walk through, the weather is going to be highly cooperative. The winds are light, the air quality is excellent, and the sticky, oppressive heat from earlier in the week is gone.
The Northwest is on a Stellar Run
We cannot ignore the Pacific Northwest and the Northern Rockies this weekend. A strong ridge of high pressure is building over the region, and it is creating some of the best weather in the country.
Portland is our number one city on Friday. By Saturday, Tacoma takes a top spot, and on Sunday, places like Lewiston, Idaho, and Kalispell, Montana, will see absolutely stellar conditions with zero percent rain chances and gentle breezes. Just remember that the dry air and clear skies mean you will warm up fast in the direct sun, so plan those longer hikes for the morning hours.
Flawless Tailgating in SoCal
For the soccer fans heading to Inglewood on Friday for the FIFA World Cup opener, Southern California is looking fantastic. Los Angeles is holding steady in the Nice category all weekend with highs near 80 degrees and comfortable coastal breezes. It is top-tier tailgate weather for the start of the tournament.
You can always check the exact score for your hometown and see how the rest of your week looks on our Nice Weather outlook page. Have a great, restful weekend, y'all.