Marion County's workweek begins wet before drier, cooler fall conditions arrive, according to a forecast published by Marion County Now. Rain is expected to dominate Monday, with a 70% chance of precipitation, a high near 59°F and northeast winds around 12 mph. Skies should stay mostly cloudy overnight, with a low near 56°F.
The rain chance falls to 10% Tuesday under cloudy skies. The high is forecast near 62°F with northeast winds around 11 mph, and the overnight low again near 56°F. Wednesday is expected to remain cloudy, with a high near 59°F and an easterly breeze around 9 mph; skies may clear partly overnight as temperatures fall to about 53°F.
Thursday and Friday are forecast to be the week's clearest and driest days. Thursday brings sunshine and a high near 69°F with east winds around 8 mph, while the overnight low drops to about 46°F. Friday is expected to stay sunny with a high near 69°F and a northeast breeze around 8 mph, followed by an overnight low near 44°F under mostly cloudy skies.
The forecast notes that wet leaves and light rain could make Monday morning roads slick. With overnight lows in the 40s from Thursday, jackets or layers may be needed. Thursday and Friday are described as favorable for outdoor chores, yard work or weekend preparation.