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Widespread rain heaviest this evening and overnight

Heavy rain will turn more scattered overnight

By: The Weather Authority

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RICHMOND, Va. -- A large storm system will bring a soaking rain to the region today and tonight. Rain will start by late morning, then become heavier Tuesday evening and overnight, with totals of 1-3 inches possible by Wednesday morning. Cool air will be wedged into the area, keeping temperatures most of the day in the 40s northwest of Richmond and 50s in the metro. The high for the day will likely occur later in the evening when we could approach 60. Thunder and gusty winds will be possible with tonight's rain.

The largest area of rain will move to the southeast before sunrise Wednesday. The remainder of the day will be mostly cloudy with a few lighter afternoon or evening showers. The high will be in the lower 60s.

Thanksgiving Day will be mostly sunny and dry with a high in the mid 50s.

Friday- Partly sunny high in the mid 50s.

Saturday- Partly sunny and cooler with highs in the low 50s.

Sunday More clouds and a few showers, low 50s

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