The southeast is getting a bit of summer conditions for the week ahead, following a week filled with rain and cloudy weather. So much rain came down over the last week that it surpassed the average amount we'd expect over the entirety of May, but now we're headed into a warmer system.
Environment Canada Meteorologist Stephen Berg talks about the rise in temperatures we'll be feeling headed into the weekend.
"It's going to be fairly normal, I guess, for the next two or three days, looking like temperatures beginning tomorrow in the high teens, increasing to the low 20s by Sunday and Monday, but then a marked increase in the warmth by midweek next week."
Those normals for this time of the month range around 20 degrees for a high and 6 degrees for an overnight low. Temperatures will be in the higher mid-20s by mid-next week, according to the latest forecast.
It's still a spring forecast, which means a storm could appear even when the forecast is calling for some sunshine.
Berg says he doesn't see much in terms of instability for the weekend, but people should watch for next week.
"Doesn't really look like much instability in the area. Looks like this ridge is building in quite a bit and won't look like it'll be too much in terms of that. Maybe there'll be a little bit towards Monday or Tuesday next week, but beyond that, it doesn't appear to be that much in terms of storm threats yet."
With some summer-like conditions, Berg reminds people to take summer precautions while they're outside.
"Just remember to lather on the sunscreen and stay hydrated in these warmer temperatures that are coming up, and to be in tune with what your body is feeling. If you're feeling too warm, get some cool shelter and take care of yourself and make sure that your close contacts are well taken care of as well."
Berg says to keep an eye on people most vulnerable during very warm weather, such as people with underlying health conditions, those who are pregnant, the elderly, and young children