Marion County's dry stretch should hold through midweek before rain moves in, according to National Weather Service figures relayed by Marion County Now.
Monday is expected to be mostly sunny with a high close to 72 degrees and north winds of 6 to 9 mph. The overnight low should fall to about 52, with mostly clear skies. Tuesday and Wednesday stay mostly sunny as highs rise to roughly 75 and 77 degrees; winds Tuesday are described as light and variable, and Wednesday night turns mostly cloudy with a low near 61.
Thursday warms further, with a high around 81 under partly sunny skies. Showers enter the forecast after 8 p.m. Thursday at a 50% chance, with a low near 60 overnight. Forecasters expect Friday showers, most likely before 2 p.m., carrying a 60% chance and a high near 68. A 30% chance of showers lingers Friday night, when the low should drop to about 48.
The forecast guidance suggests planning outdoor activity early in the week and keeping rain gear handy for Thursday evening or Friday, while checking updated conditions before traveling.