We finally get a touch of spring in many parts of the East on Wednesday. As I mentioned previously here, March can be one crazy month. But if you live in the East you’re probably desperate for some real spring weather. Although the winter has averaged milder than normal in most places, ever since February rolled in it’s actually been well below normal. Over the next few days, get ready to ride the roller coaster ride, temperature-wise, if you live in the Mid-Atlantic States.

Check out these expected highs Wednesday in the big cities… Seventies, baby! Time to get out the shorts, t-shirts and rollerblades in Washington, Philly and probably New York City too. It may even top 80 in places as far north as Virginia.

Don’t get used to it though, as this kind of warmth in March doesn’t usually last in the Northeast. After showers move in later Wednesday or Thursday, a big trough will kick the warm air out by Friday and the weekend. We could even be talking snow in some places for St. Patrick’s Day. But enjoy the mid-week treat while it lasts!