A wet pattern dominates the Mid-Atlantic through much of the week, with rain or showers affecting nearly every mountain area. Lower-elevation resorts near Washington, Baltimore, and Philadelphia may reach the upper 60s to mid-70s Monday, while repeated showers and considerable cloud cover limit comfortable riding and hiking conditions.
The higher, western mountains look cooler and wetter. Canaan Valley Resort, Timberline, and Wisp trend into the 40s and 50s by midweek, with periods of fog, breezy conditions, and reduced visibility. Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain also face frequent showers, while Wintergreen drops from the 70s into the upper 40s by Thursday. The best breaks appear limited, mainly Monday in parts of Pennsylvania and northern New Jersey, but showers return in many areas by Monday night and continue intermittently through Thursday.
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