It will finally feel like late spring in south central Iowa this week.

According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will rise each afternoon starting Monday, starting in the 60s and rising into the low 80s by the end of the week, and while slight chances of light rain are possible early Monday, it will otherwise remain dry.

Long term, the next significant chances for rainfall could take place over the Memorial Day Weekend. Stay tuned to KNIA/KRLS for the latest weather information.