Monday’s weather: Pleasant and warm, high of 80

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Monday’s Weather

Warm Up/Cool Down

Summer-like warmth is expected from Monday to Wednesday, followed by a cold front that could lead to strong thunderstorms on Thursday. The weather will become drier and return to seasonal norms towards the end of the week.

5-Day Outlook, May 20-24Today: Pleasant and warm with intervals of clouds and sunshine. High Near 80 Winds: Light & VariableMonday night: Mainly clear. Low 54 Winds: S 5-10 mphTuesday: Mostly sunny, hot, and humid. High 90 (feel like 93) Winds: SSW 5-15 mphTuesday night: Mainly clear, mild, and humid. Low 65 Winds: SSW 5-10 mphWednesday: Hot and humid with some sun. High 92 (feel like 95) Winds: SSW 5-15 mphWednesday night: Partly cloudy, quite mild, and humid. Low 65 Winds: S 5-15 mph Thursday: Expect breaks of sunshine with high humidity and very warm temperatures, leading to strong thunderstorms in the afternoon. High 89 (feel like 90) Winds: WSW 10-15+ mphThursday night: Some clouds and less humidity. Low 60 Winds: W 5-10 mphFriday: Mostly sunny, breezy and pleasant. High 81 Winds: WNW 10-15 mphFriday night: Clear. Low 52 Winds: WNW 5-10 mph

Weather Patterns We’re WatchingThe initial forecast for Memorial Day weekend suggests dry conditions with some sunshine with high temperatures in the 70s.

Hiking Report/White Mountains Weather

Elevations for summits above 4,000 feet in Northern New Hampshire Today: Summits will be obscured. Expect highs in the lower 60s. Northwest winds will be blowing at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 25 mph.Elevations between 2,500 and 4,000 feet in Northern New Hampshire Today: Summits will be shrouded in clouds at times. Expect highs in the upper 60s. Light and variable winds will shift to the west at around 10 mph in the afternoon.

Beach Forecast

Weather: Mostly sunny.UV Index: High.Thunderstorm Potential: NoneHigh Temperature: In the lower 60s.Winds: Winds from the northeast at about 5 mph will shift to the southeast in the afternoon.Surf Height: Around 4 feet.Rip Current Risk: Low.Water Temperature: 52 degrees. The US Coast Guard states that if the water temperature falls below 60 degrees, an average person submerged in water may experience a loss of dexterity within minutes, rendering them incapable of performing simple tasks such as fastening a life jacket or using a radio.Rip Current Risk: Moderate to high.Tides Hampton Beach: High tide at 7.7 feet (MLLW) is at 10:10 AM. Low tide at 1.2 feet (MLLW) is at 4:25 PM.

Lake Forecast

Expect light and variable winds shifting to the south near 5 mph in the afternoon. Wave heights will remain below 1 foot. The morning may bring patchy fog, followed by mostly sunny skies. Temperatures will reach highs in the lower 70s. No thunderstorms are expected during this period. The water temperature will be 58 degrees. The US Coast Guard states that if the water temperature falls below 60 degrees, an average person submerged in such conditions may experience a loss of dexterity within minutes, rendering them incapable of performing simple tasks such as fastening a life jacket or using a radio.