More mild temperatures are on the way for the next couple of afternoons. A significant shift in the weather pattern moves in this weekend.

Temperatures again will climb into the 60s to low 70s this afternoon, with a mix of clouds and sunshine a light wind. Ahead of a cold front, Thursday promises to be the warmest day of the week overall, with highs mainly in the 70s.

A push of cooler air will move in Friday, pushing temperatures down to the 50s. There’s a good chance of rain by Friday night through Saturday morning.

Temperatures will run a little closer to average heading into next week with highs mainly in the 50s and scattered showers.

Billings forecast:

Wednesday… Partly sunny, with a high near 71. Light Southwest breeze.

Wednesday night… Mostly cloudy, and about 50 for the low.

Thursday… A mix of clouds and sun, and around 74 in the afternoon. 7 Day Forecast