It’s a cold and windy start to the day with wind chills near freezing at times this morning. Highs are expected to only top out at 49 degrees, which is almost 15 degrees below normal for this time of year.

The fall chill continues tonight with a low of 41 degrees under clear skies. Then sunshine returns tomorrow, but it won’t feel as cold. Highs will likely reach 60 degrees with increasing clouds later in the day. There is a chance of a few showers tomorrow night into Saturday followed by a mix of sun and clouds and a high of 62 degrees. Chilly air returns on Sunday with highs in the upper 40s and lows in the upper 30s. Finally, dry weather is expected to last through Tuesday with temperatures topping out into the 50s.

Will it be clear enough to see the Orionid Meteor Showers this weekend?

Debris from Halley's Comet may are slated to spark Orionid Meteor showers this weekend. It's the first meteor shower for the fall. The peak moments will happen Sunday night into early Monday morning. You may also be able to see some showers tomorrow night into Saturday morning with weather permitting. Keep in mind that showers and clouds may prevent optimal view. Also, the moon will be almost full making it challenging to see some of the action. Expect 20-25 meteor showers per hour.

Viewing tips:

-No equipment needed

-Pick a dark spot away from city lights

-Allow about 10 minutes or so for your eyes to adjust to darkness

-Best viewing times are between midnight and dawn (you should also be able to see a few showers just after nightfall)

If you happen to miss the Orionid Meteor showers this weekend, you'll have another shot next month. The Northern Taurids arrive on November 11th followed by the Leonids on November 17th. Happy viewing!!!!