Weekend Forecast and Beyond: Friday, May 6

Today: Sun and clouds, milder. High: 68.

Comfortable spring weather will be returning to the Bethel area over the next several days. Besides a weak storm system on Saturday, most of the forecast is dry and pleasant.

Today: After a cool start to the morning, temperatures are going to rise very quickly. Thanks to a good deal of sunshine, highs will top out in the upper 60s. It will feel much warmer than the last few days, so it will be a great day to enjoy any outdoor plans.

Tonight: Another cool night is expected, but it won't be nearly as chilly as Thursday night. A stray shower is also possible after midnight and lows are forecast to fall into the upper 40s.

Saturday: With a weak storm system passing through the area, clouds will be returning. Although a few isolated showers are possible, the day will not be a complete washout. With the clouds, it will also be seasonably cool, as highs top out in the mid-60s. It might not be a bad idea to have an umbrella handy through the day.

Sunday: The pick of the weekend will certainly be Sunday. With clouds breaking for some sunshine, a delightful day is expected. Highs are forecast to top out in the upper 60s to around 70 degrees.

Early next week: Tranquil weather conditions continue as we head into next week. It may also be turning milder as well, with highs making it into the lower 70s.

Your Bethel area forecast at a glance:

Today: Sun and clouds, turning milder. Highs in the upper 60s.

Tonight: Mostly cloudy, a shower late? Lows in the upper 40s.

Saturday: Clouds, a few isolated showers. Highs in the mid-60s.

Sunday: Clouds and sunshine, pleasant. Highs in the upper 60s.

Monday and Tuesday: Fair skies, delightful. Highs in the lower 70s.