Daily highs on Wednesday peaked in the mid- to upper 60s, with a few neighborhoods reaching 70 degrees.
All of this was under a beautiful blue sky. Couldn't ask for a better "official" last day of winter. The vernal equinox, the first day of spring, officially starts tomorrow, just before daybreak. It starts under a thick blanket of fog.
Thursday is cloudy, with drizzly moments because of the fog and low clouds. High will only be in the mid- to upper 50s. Above average, but cooler than the last few days.
Steady showers slide through after 7 p.m. The rain can be harsh at times. I am not expecting any flooding from the storms, but I also wouldn't be surprised if some areas that are prone to seeing water collect quickly actually see some water collection.
The million-dollar question for Friday morning is, “Could we see a changeover to snow?”
Now when you hear snow, you immediately think, of falling snow and accumulations. Not this time. I think what will happen is the rain will pass before daybreak. The winds change direction and temperatures drop quickly.
The cold air and moisture don't marry up well, but I wouldn't be surprised if a few wet snowflakes do materialize and splat off your car window. Not ideal for the first day of spring. The sun is getting higher in the sky and the odds are in our favor now for more warmer days in the forecast than colder ones.