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Cooler Temperatures and Windy on Sunday

Warming Trend Next Week

New Record Highs Set March 21st

Cooler temperatures are forecast for Sunday after a cold front moves through the area. A Wind Advisory is in effect on Sunday as northerly winds will gust up to 40-50 mph across the area. Make sure to secure loose outdoor items as lightweight objects can be blown around.

Record highs for March 21st were set across the region today, due to temperatures 30 to 35 degrees above average. These readings were also the warmest March temperatures on record for these sites (although Chanute tied).