It looks like the system that brought us those shower chances is starting to move out. Looking ahead to Sunday and into early next week, we anticipate a significant pattern shift. High pressure is building in, promising a return to dry conditions and a noticeable warming trend. After lingering in the 60s today, temperatures are set to climb back into the 70s. A strong offshore flow will also develop, bringing breezy to gusty north winds to the Willamette Valley and east winds will pick up over the Cascades and eventually spread into the valleys. We are talking gusts up to 20-25 mph, and even higher in wind-prone gaps, especially through the Columbia River Gorge. While the air will be drying out, the recent moisture should limit immediate fire weather concerns, though we advise caution for

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