A cool and breezy pattern will dominate the Lehigh Valley on Tuesday, with northeast winds 10-15 mph gusting up to 20-25 mph and temperatures reaching the mid to upper 50s.

Increasing cloud cover is expected throughout the day, setting the stage for potential light precipitation later in the week, according to the National Weather Service forecast.

The morning starts out chilly, with temperatures in the low 40s. Winds will gradually increase throughout the day, creating a brisk feel across the Lehigh Valley and Pocono Mountains areas.

A developing low-pressure system off the Carolina coast will influence the region’s weather, potentially bringing light showers to coastal areas and increasing cloud coverage inland. By Tuesday night, temperatures will remain relatively mild, with lows ranging from the mid to upper 30s in northern areas to upper 40s south of the Lehigh Valley.

A slight, 20% chance of showers arrives after 2 p.m. Wednesday at Lehigh Valley International Airport.

A more significant weather system is expected late Wednesday into Thursday, with the potential for moderate to heavy rainfall. The National Weather Service forecasts a widespread 1 to 3 inches of rain, though flooding concerns remain low due to recent dry conditions. East-northeast winds will become increasingly strong, with gusts potentially reaching 30-35 mph along the coast and 40 mph inland by Friday.

The weekend outlook suggests settling weather with below-normal temperatures and a possibility of frost for areas with active growing seasons. Residents should be prepared for blustery conditions and keep an eye on updated forecasts for any changes in the weather pattern.

Follow your local forecast from AccuWeather at lehighvalleylive.com/weather with National Weather Service watches, warnings and other advisories available as they’re issued at lehighvalleylive.com/weather-alerts.

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