Temperatures rose above normal today for the first time in a week. And given how pleasant the day was, I have to wonder whether it was worth the wait. Highs near and above 70 were widespread, as were people taking the day in outdoors. A high of 70 or so is close to 10 degrees warmer than typical for this time of the year, and it’s looking as though we’ll do it again tomorrow.

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       Through Tonight: Mainly clear conditions will persist into and through the night. A few patches of fog may form in valleys or near water. Readings will bottom out mainly in a near-40 to mid-40s range. Winds are light after dark.

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       Tomorrow (Tuesday): Another high-quality fall day. Only a few clouds will float by in an otherwise blue sky. Perhaps a touch of haze in spots. Temperatures will aim for the low 70s for highs. Winds will be out of the south around five mph, with gusts near 10 mph.

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       Sunsetpalooza (some sunrises, too): It has been a spectacular start to the month for sunset watchers locally. A big cause was the low-pressure system sitting off the Southeast coast, as it sent high clouds over the region. Since we’re not likely to have a repeat tonight, below is a look at some of the past few days.

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