CHICAGO (CBS) — It will be mild and dry through the weekend with warming temperatures.

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The low on Wednesday night is 50, with 40s inland, under clear skies. The high for Thursday is 72.

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As a ridge of high pressure drifts overhead into tomorrow, winds relax. That will allow a light lake breeze to develop, keeping lakefront temperatures in the 60s.

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Look for clear skies next two days and a high of 79 on Friday. A front will cross our area this weekend. But it comes through dry.
Scattered showers are possible for Columbus Day.