Rainy forecast for Mattoon? Jump on it!

(MATTOON, IL) Rain is set to put a damper on outdoor activities in Mattoon Friday, but it doesn’t have to stop you from getting things done. In fact, a grey, drippy day can be the perfect time for some activities — check out these ideas as well as your four-day forecast.

Make a sun bucket-list: Why not treat a rainy day as a downpayment on fun when the sun does come back? Taking a few hours to research nearby hikes and attractions can mean you’re ready for liftoff the minute the cloud-cover clears.

Bookkeeping: A rainy day can be a perfect opportunity for getting household tasks out of the way - including tracking your finances. In just an hour or two you could knock out a money to-do like tracking your monthly spending so far or making sure you have the best plan for retirement savings or student loan repayment.

Catch a movie: There’s nothing wrong with using a wet day for a break, either. Whether it’s a visit to a theater or just a session on the couch catching up on your favorite streaming shows, a rest day is a great idea, too.

Along with a rainy Friday, here’s the rest of the four-day forecast for Mattoon:

• Friday, October 15

  Showers And Thunderstorms

  • High 70 °F, low 45 °F
  • Windy: 23 mph

• Saturday, October 16

  Sunny during the day; while clear overnight

  • High 60 °F, low 41 °F
  • Windy: 20 mph

• Sunday, October 17

  Sunny during the day; while clear overnight

  • High 66 °F, low 44 °F
  • Light wind

• Monday, October 18

  Sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 71 °F, low 47 °F
  • Light wind

This forecast was created automatically using NWS data.