Much nicer weather is on the way Sunday with lots of sun returning and even some cooler weather! Highs will range from the upper-70’s to mid-80’s. It will be windy however with gusts between 25-30 mph especially during the morning. Overall, it will be a much nicer day for outdoor plans.

Rain returns on Tuesday as a cold front moves in. Expect some showers during the morning and early afternoon. After that, cooler air pushes in again. It will be breezy, with highs in the 70s. By Tuesday night, the wind will calm down and temperatures will fall back into the 40s.

SATURDAY NIGHT (FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY): There is a risk for stronger winds as a line of storms moves into the area. An isolated spin-up tornado is not out of the question. Additionally, expect heavy rain. The First Alert Weather Day will run from 10 P.M. Saturday night until early Sunday morning.

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At the beginning of the week, temperatures will be significantly cooler in the morning, ranging from the upper 30s to the low 40s. We will also be monitoring patchy dense fog to start the day. As we move into the afternoon, temperatures will rise to the mid-60s with sunny skies.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Expect sunshine and southwest breezes to guide temperatures deep into the 70s Tuesday. Your First Alert Forecast rolls on with 50s under fair skies Tuesday night, another sunny trip to the 70s Wednesday, and a dive into the 40s under starry skies Wednesday night.