Friday's Forecast

The air will not be particularly warm, but it will retain some summer mugginess; you will want to wear an extra layer at times, but not for long. Variable winds will remain strong all day, bringing in a cold front early in the afternoon. It will appear as a line of dark clouds on the western horizon, preceded by lighter clouds containing occasional drizzle. As the front approaches, there is a 100% chance that you will hear it coming over the cornfield across the road. The random rustle of wind-blown corn will become steady, regular, and loud as the front advances eastward. There will be no accompanying lightning or thunder. Looking up from the peppers you are picking for market, you will see a downpour hit 150 feet down the road. This indicates that you are next; to keep the rain out of your face, bend over and continue picking. The rain will not last long; it will pelt your back and roll off your poncho. Be prepared for your legs to get soaked. Moving slowly down the row is recomended to prevent your mud boots from slipping, and sending you tumbling into the peppers. As the rain lightens, expect the air to feel cooler. The wind will quickly push the front eastward, gathering up summer and carting it away. Expect partly cloudy conditions for the rest of the afternoon. Iridescent blue sky will be visible through a patchwork of dark grey clouds.