A major warm-up is expected across the Delmarva region this weekend into early next week as high pressure builds across the eastern United States.
After cooler and unsettled weather this week, a developing ridge of high pressure and persistent southerly winds will transport much warmer air into the Mid-Atlantic. Temperatures are forecast to climb into the 70s and lower 80s Saturday before widespread 80s arrive Sunday.
Even warmer conditions are possible Monday, with some inland areas potentially nearing 90 degrees. Coastal communities will likely stay cooler thanks to the influence of the Atlantic Ocean and southerly winds.
The strengthening ridge is also expected to keep conditions mainly dry through early next week, providing several days of sunshine and summer-like warmth across the region. While a slight chance for isolated thunderstorms may develop near the southern Poconos Monday afternoon, no widespread rainfall is expected across Delmarva.
