Thursday sun alert in Burlington — 3 ways to take advantage of it

(BURLINGTON, IA) The forecast is calling for sun today in Burlington. Here are three ideas for how to make the most of it, along with a four-day forecast.

Have a picnic: With COVID-19 restrictions lingering around the country, this beloved pastime has taken on new relevance. Meeting a friend somewhere pretty with a basket of snacks and a blanket can be a spontaneous way to enjoy a sunny afternoon in a safer environment than indoors. Risk levels should always be taken into account along with advice from health authorities on gathering sizes.

Try a new hobby: Starting a new hobby can be intimidating at times, even hard, but there aren’t many better ways to bust through that barrier than knowing that at least you’ll be warm and comfortable while you take a shot at your next pursuit. Whether it’s rollerblading, unicycling, or a Hacky Sack throwback, a sunny afternoon invites experimentation.

Take a walk and try a food truck: Anyone who lives in a city has had the feeling of wondering why they don’t know the various neighborhoods better. A great way to get out and sample what your local community has to offer while enjoying the fresh air is to take a walk and grab a bite.

Along with a sunny Thursday, here’s the rest of the four-day forecast for Burlington:

• Thursday, September 2

  Mostly sunny during the day; while mostly cloudy then slight chance of rain showers overnight

  • High 79 °F, low 62 °F
  • Breezy: 5 to 10 mph

• Friday, September 3

  Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

  • High 72 °F, low 64 °F
  • Breezy: 5 to 10 mph

• Saturday, September 4

  Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms during the day; while slight chance of rain showers then mostly clear overnight

  • High 78 °F, low 57 °F
  • Light wind

• Sunday, September 5

  Sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 81 °F, low 60 °F
  • Light wind

This forecast was created automatically using NWS data.