Is This Forecast For Real?

After a weekend that included quite a bit of rain and a tornado watch for much of the state, it looks like better things are ahead for Madison and the shoreline. The forecast for the week is looking like nothing but sun, the National Weather Service says

"High pressure will ... slowly build from the west and remain into much of the week," the NWS said. "A cold front will approach from the north Friday night and move through on Saturday."

While Tropical Storm Leslie is expected to reach minimal hurricane strength by Monday evening, the NWS is predicting that it will pass well east of the mid-Atlantic Coast. "Other local impacts from Leslie will be continued dangeros rip currents and possible beach erosion," the NWS said.

If you're planning to spend an extended period of time outdoors, check with the National Weather Service first for the latest forecast.

Here is the extended forecast for Madison:

• Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. North wind 10 to 14 mph.
• Monday Night: Clear, with a low around 45. North wind 3 to 6 mph.
• Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 73. North wind around 6 mph becoming light and variable in the afternoon.
• Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 50. Light and variable wind.
• Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 78.
• Wednesday Night: Clear, with a low around 56.
• Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 79.
• Thursday NightL Mostly clear, with a low around 59.
• Friday: Sunny, with a high near 80.
• Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 60.
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 78.