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Lighter winds, warmer temperatures forecast through weekend

The gradual warming toward Las Vegas summer temperatures will escalate Thursday and into the weekend, says the National Weather Service.

After a Wednesday high of 70, the Thursday zenith will be around 75 with a sunny sky and light winds around 7-10 mph in the afternoon.

Friday morning will see a low near 56 before rising to 83 with similar wind and sky conditions.

Saturday should see a high near 85 with an 89 projected for Sunday and Monday.

Contact Marvin Clemons at mclemons@reviewjournal.com. Follow @Marv_in_Vegas on Twitter.

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