Very strong high pressure has dominated the region and set up bright and nearly still conditions across New England. High pressure brings sinking air, which prevents any real clouds from forming, and also neutralizes wind patterns.

Meteorologist Jackie Layer has your Friday morning forecast update for the DMV.

Highs will jump into the upper-30s to near 40 degrees this afternoon.

A pattern change this weekend will bring an unsettled stretch with more clouds and rain, but warmer temperatures.