Weather Authority: Cooler, cloudy end to week before temperatures warm into the 70s

After reaching near 60 degrees in parts of the area, temperatures are taking a step back with highs in the low 50s and cloudy, foggy conditions to end the week. Forecasters say brighter weather is expected this weekend, with a significant warmup early next week. Temperatures could climb into the 70s, bringing a taste of late spring. Here’s what to expect in the days ahead.