Breezy, cooler weather will hold Alton and the River Bend to a high of 49 degrees Thursday, with clouds mixing with sunshine through the day. Temperatures fall to a low of 32 tonight under clear to partly cloudy skies, beginning a stretch of nights at or below freezing.
North-northwest winds around 15 mph could gust to 31 mph Thursday. Those gusts may move loose outdoor items, and the breeze will make the day feel colder than the thermometer suggests. The daytime AccuWeather RealFeel tops out near 41 degrees. Gusts ease somewhat tonight but could still reach 23 mph.
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Friday brings another step down in temperature despite periods of sunshine. The high reaches just 44 degrees, 5 degrees below Thursday's forecast high, making it the chilliest day in the five-day outlook. Mainly clear skies follow Friday night, with a low of 27.
The breeze remains a factor Friday, especially during the morning. North-northwest winds around 13 mph could gust to 28 mph, while the daytime RealFeel reaches only about 37 degrees. Friday night's below-freezing temperatures could harm tender plants left outdoors; similarly cold lows remain in the weekend forecast.
By Saturday, lighter winds and plenty of sunshine accompany a modest temperature recovery. The high reaches 47 degrees, still cool despite the brighter sky, followed by a low of 27 under partly cloudy skies Saturday night. The more noticeable daytime warming comes Sunday.
Sunday should bring sunshine with a few clouds and a high of 53 degrees, followed by a clear, cold night with a low of 29. Monday continues the warming trend with plenty of sunshine and a high of 57. Clear skies remain in Monday night's forecast as the low falls to 30.
Get the latest updates on weather conditions here: RiverBender.com/weather.
