There has been a break from the freezing air, but big changes are coming. Decent temperatures hold steady for now, but heavy rain kicks in after midnight as southern winds ramp up.

Expect a soaking commute Friday morning with gusty winds and potential downpours.

The rain tapers off by midday Friday, but don't get too comfortable as strong winds will shift west, dragging in much colder air and causing temperatures to plummet through the afternoon.

Friday will come to an end with dry conditions, but it’s going to be blustery and noticeably colder.

OVERNIGHT: Showers develop late, becoming widespread overnight. Rainfall totals generally range from a 1/4 to over 1/2 an inch. Winds strengthen and turn gusty, making for slick roads by morning.

FRIDAY : STORM WATCH: Rain continues into the morning, possibly heavy at times, before ending midday. Windy conditions persist, with temperatures starting in the low to mid-50s before falling into the low to mid-40s by the afternoon.

SATURDAY: Mostly cloudy to partly sunny and cooler. Highs range from the upper 30s to low 40s.

SUNDAY: WEATHER TO WATCH: Snow is possible from the late Saturday night hours into Sunday morning. Drier conditions and breezy winds could follow for the afternoon. Highs in the upper 20s to low 30s. Low in the mid-10s.

MONDAY: Mix of sun and clouds, with cold, gusty winds. Highs in the upper 20s to low 30s. Low in the upper 10s to low 20s.

TUESDAY: Mix of sun and clouds. Highs in the upper 20s to low 30s. Low in the low 20s.

WEDNESDAY: Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 30s. Lows in the low 30s.