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Today offers clear skies and sunshine, but an unsettled weather pattern is forecast to develop by Tuesday, according to meteorologists.

The Storm Prediction Center has issued a slight risk for severe thunderstorms in northeast Arkansas, the Missouri Bootheel, and far West Tennessee on Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Forecast models indicate widespread rainfall through Friday, with totals of at least 1.5 inches for most areas. Residents are advised to carry umbrellas.

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Temperatures are expected to remain above average through Tuesday, with a potential cooldown and increased thunderstorms later in the week, according to forecasts.

Meteorologists explain that circular radar returns typically indicate the absence of reaching precipitation, though light sprinkles may occur in some areas.

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Most of the Mid-South will experience dry conditions through the weekend, with rain returning early next week, forecasters say.