More arctic air to affect Shore early next week

A developing weather system is expected to bring a brief return to mild temperatures followed by a sharp cooldown early next week, according to the National Weather Service.

A low-pressure system will begin approaching the region on Sunday, bringing a slight chance of scattered showers Sunday afternoon and evening.

More significant changes arrive Monday as a stronger cold front moves through. Showers are most likely from early Monday through Monday evening, with rain chances increasing as the front crosses the region Monday afternoon. While rain coverage could be widespread, forecasters note that rainfall amounts are expected to remain relatively low.

The delayed arrival of the front will allow for unusually warm conditions on Monday. High temperatures are forecast to climb into the upper 60s across the Shore.

Colder air quickly follows the front Monday night. A deep upper-level trough is expected to settle over the eastern United States, bringing markedly colder conditions through midweek. Highs from Tuesday through Thursday are projected to remain in the upper 30s to upper 40s, with overnight lows dropping into the 20s. Dry weather is expected to prevail during the colder stretch.