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Windy today, but nice weather ahead
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Click for 7 Day ForecastThe Wind will highlight the weather for today, as we get into a quieter weather pattern.

High temperatures today will be mainly into the mid to upper 70s, close to seasonal averages. Expect a mix of clouds and sunshine, but breezy conditions with a West wind of 15 to 25 mph. Gusts could reach to near 40 mph.

Overnight readings will be consistently in the upper 40s to mid 50s over the next several days, with highs hitting mainly the 70s to around 80 on Thursday and Friday.

By late Friday into Saturday morning, a chance of scattered showers moves in. The risk of strong to severe storms is low.

With less snow in the mountains and less chance of rain, the potential for lowland flooding is also decreasing this week.

Billings forecast:

Wednesday… Sunny to mostly sunny, and breezy. West winds 15 to 25 mph area a high near 76.

Wednesday night… Partly to mostly clear, with a low of about 51. Winds decreasing during the evening.

Thursday… Increasing afternoon clouds, with a high of around 79. West wind 10 to 20 mph.