AccuWeather: Warmer blend

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NEW YORK (WABC) -- Warmer temperatures return to the New York City area after a brief taste of fall, with highs nearing 80 degrees over the next several days and humidity gradually increasing.

After some of the coolest temperatures since mid-June, the region is heading into a warmer, slightly more humid pattern through the end of the workweek. High temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 70s Wednesday before approaching 80 degrees Thursday and Friday, making conditions feel more summer-like.

A few spotty showers are possible Wednesday, particularly during the morning and midday hours north and east of New York City. Otherwise, residents can expect a mix of sunshine and clouds, with temperatures reaching around 78 degrees. Air quality is expected to remain good, with moderate pollen levels and a high UV index of 6.

Overnight temperatures will also become milder. Lows will fall to around 60 degrees, with 50s in the suburbs. Clear skies will dominate much of the night before clouds begin increasing late, especially north and west of the city, where a morning shower is possible in the Catskills.

Thursday will bring a mix of clouds and sunshine, though clouds are expected to be more prevalent. A few isolated showers could develop during the day, with a better chance for scattered showers or a thunderstorm late in the afternoon and evening. Not everyone will see rain, but conditions will remain unsettled at times.

Friday is expected to be warm, with humidity elevated early before gradually decreasing through the afternoon, leading to more comfortable conditions later in the day.

Looking ahead to the weekend, Saturday currently appears to be the better outdoor day, with cooler temperatures in the low to mid-70s. Showers are expected to return Sunday, when highs will be near 71 degrees.

The unsettled weather pattern could continue into early next week, with lingering showers Monday, which coincides with Yom Kippur. Tuesday could turn noticeably cooler and rainy.