Massachusetts is set for another day of above-normal temperatures and dry conditions Tuesday, thanks to a ridge of high pressure over the North Atlantic.

But before temperatures rise, the Bay State will be dealing with some early-morning fog and a low layer of clouds. The low cloud layer, or stratus, should be mostly concentrated over the Connecticut River Valley as well as along the South Coast, according to National Weather Service forecasters. Daybreak should lead to the clouds dissipating.

Temperatures should range from the mid-70s to low-80s on Tuesday, with a gusty southwest wind developing as the day goes on.

A cold front is expected to move in overnight Tuesday, bringing with it some much-needed rainfall.

"Precipitable water values of 1.5-2.0 inches should lead to a widespread

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