Mostly sunny skies will make for a beautiful day across Long Island. It's going to be warm, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the 80s inland, while south shore communities and the beaches stay a bit cooler in the 70s. Don't forget the shorts, sunglasses and sunscreen if you're spending time outside, because the UV index will be on the high side. It's a great day to enjoy the outdoors.

Tonight, expect partly cloudy skies with comfortable conditions. Overnight lows will settle into the 60s, with some of the cooler Pine Barrens locations dipping into the 50s by daybreak Thursday morning. Thursday looks very similar to today, featuring mostly sunny skies through much of the day before a few late-day clouds arrive. High temperatures will once again reach the lower 80s inland, with 70s continuing along the shoreline.

Thursday night, our next weather maker approaches with increasing clouds and the chance for a few showers and perhaps a couple of thunderstorms. Overnight lows will remain mild in the 60s. On Friday, look for some morning rain showers and the chance of a thunderstorm before conditions gradually improve during the afternoon. Skies will become partly sunny to mostly cloudy, with afternoon highs ranging from 75 to 80 degrees.

Looking ahead to the weekend, Saturday will feature more clouds with a few passing rain showers possible, so keep an eye on the forecast if you have outdoor plans. By Sunday, the weather improves with increasing sunshine and warm temperatures returning. Highs this weekend will generally be in the 80s, making for a pleasant finish to the weekend.