ALERTS: HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK - SWIMMING IS NOT ADVISED AND A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY FOR BOATERS.

TODAY: DRYING OUT, FALL-LIKE FOR A DAY! Spotty light rain showers end, giving way to gradual breaks of sunshine. More refreshing air slowly but surely moves in during the afternoon and evening along with breaks of afternoon and evening sun. A bit windy and cool. Highs around 74 degrees with lowering humidity into the evening. Highs in the low-70sare more typical of late-September. BOATERS: Water conditions can still be rough today, which is why there is a small craft advisory. SWIMMERS: Swimming is not advised at South Shore beaches to dangerous rip currents today.

TONIGHT: Becoming clear and comfortable. Lows near 63 degrees.

THE WEEKEND: AMAZING FIRST WEEKEND OF AUGUST!

SATURDAY: SUMMER PERFECTION — Mostly sunny with low humidity and high temperatures around 80 degrees. Lows near 64 degrees.

SUNDAY: STILL GREAT — Mostly sunny with highs around 83 degrees. Lows near 67 degrees.

NEXT WEEK:

MONDAY: Mostly sunny. Highs around 84 degrees. Lows near 67 degrees.

TUESDAY: Sun and clouds. Highs around 83 degrees. Lows near 68 degrees.