We had clear skies this morning, but now a thin cloud cover has taken over.  There is a slight chance of some storms developing later and highs could reach 90 degrees.  This weather pattern will continue until the middle of next week when a cold front is expected to arrive.  We should then have much more comfortable temperatures.

Our 1 PM temperature is 85°F (29°C), the humidity is 66%, and winds are from the S at 2-7 mph.  The pressure is 29.86 in (1011.2 mb) and steady, and the dew point is 68°F (20°C).  The heat index is 88°F (31°F) and visibility is 22 miles.  Yesterday’s high was 86°F (30°C), and the overnight low was 64°F (18°C).  Average temps for this date are 82F/61F.  The record high for July 30 is 101F (38C) set in 1916, and the record low is 41°F (4°C) set in 1965.  Sunrise was at 6:28 AM, and sunset will be 9 PM.

DURAND / OWOSSO FORECAST:

Today:  Partly cloudy.  High near  89°F (32°C). A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.  Winds WSW at 5-10 mph.  Chance of rain 30%.

Tonight:  Partly cloudy.  A chance for a shower or thunderstorm  before midnight.  Low 68°F (20°C).  Chance of rain 30%.

Thursday:  Possible showers and thunderstorms early.  Becoming partly sunny.  High near 87°F (31°C).  Winds SE at 1-5 mph.  Chance of rain 40%.