Slight chance of AM rain, decreasing clouds

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) - Expect a cloudy start to Wednesday with a chance for a passing shower this morning. Skies will gradually become sunnier throughout the day.

There is a slight chance for a few thunderstorms today across parts of eastern Oregon. For Central Oregon, the best chance for a rumble of thunder will be in far eastern Crook County during the afternoon, but overall storm chances remain low.

Daytime highs will reach the upper 60s and 70s across the High Desert.

Thursday and Friday will stay dry and mild with afternoon highs in the mid 70s. Clouds will begin to increase late Friday, with some light rain developing along the Cascades.

Cooler temperatures are returning for the upcoming weekend. Saturday will be breezy and cooler with highs in the mid 60s. We’ll warm a few degrees Sunday, returning to more seasonable temperatures with increasing sunshine.

There is a chance for light rain Monday with highs climbing into the mid 70s. A few showers could linger into Tuesday while temperatures stay warm in the upper 70s.

Have a great Wednesday!

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