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        Less cold today on Long Island; conditions favorable again for fire spread due to wind

        It's not as cold this afternoon, but a really mild stretch is on the way tomorrow and Tuesday. How warm will it get and when does the wind die down. Here are the details.

        Alex Calamia

        Mar 9, 2025, 11:00 AM

        Updated 3 hr ago

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        BRUSH FIRE UPDATE: Conditions are favorable again for fire spread, but are not as severe as Saturday. At the time of the fire in Suffolk County humidity was only 25% and wind gusts were as high as 43 mph. Today's forecast is for 40% to 50% humidity levels, but the wind will still be strong with gusts up to 35 mph this afternoon.
        WHAT TO KNOW:
        • A lower fire risk today, but conditions are still favorable for fire spread.
        • Breezy this afternoon, but less wind, more clouds, and more humidity than Saturday.
        • Beautiful Monday and Tuesday
        • Clouds build for the end of the week
        • Little to no rain until Next Sunday
        This morning temperatures are near or below freezing, but skies are clear and we will quickly warm up into the 40s. Afternoon highs will reach 50 degrees with increasing clouds and breezy conditions. Wind speeds could occasionally reach 30 mph this afternoon, but it won't feel as chilly.
        A Mild Start to the Work Week
        Monday and Tuesday will feel like April. Many neighborhoods will reach 60 degrees with mostly sunny skies and light wind.
        Temperatures will remain near 50 on Wednesday with an increase in cloud cover.
        Clouds & Sprinkles possible late week
        An east breeze will bring cool temperatures and cloudy skies on Thursday with highs in the 40s. Temperatures may recover on Friday and Saturday depending on how quickly the east breeze off the Atlantic lets up.
        The next storm
        Chances are increasing for rain next Sunday, which could come with strong wind. Temperatures will be mild, perhaps in the 60s. Winter weather is not expected in this forecast.