Memorial Day weekend has arrived. Will the weather be nice enough for camping or swimming?

The last Monday of May is federally observed as Memorial Day, a day to remember those who died while serving in the U.S. military. Most schools take the day off, banks are closed and some businesses allow time off for employees.

The long weekend around Memorial Day is popular for recreation. For some families, it’s the kickoff for camping season, or a start to summer festivities, if weather permits.

Here’s a look at the weather forecast from the National Weather Service in Pendleton for the Tri-Cities area over the long weekend.

Tri-Cities’ Memorial Day weekend weather forecast

While Friday came with some clouds, they’ll clear out overnight for a mostly sunny Saturday on May 25. It won’t be too warm out, though, with a high of 69 degrees. By nighttime, the low will be 46 degrees. You can expect high wind gusts day and night, reaching 29 mph.

Enjoy only a slight breeze on Sunday, with maximum speeds estimated at 9 mph. It’ll be clearer than Saturday, too, with a sunny forecast from the Weather Service. Sunday highs are estimated around 76 degrees.

Sunday night will stay fairly clear, and temperatures are forecast around 52 degrees.

But the best weather is saved for Memorial Day, with a clear forecast and high near 83 degrees. Some clouds will come around at night as the temperatures cool to 58 degrees.

Are Tri-Cities waters warm enough?

Despite this good weather, swimming in the rivers is dangerous.

Water temperatures are still low this time of year. In fact, late spring brings the most drowning deaths in Washington, according to the state Department of Health.

This time of year, lakes and rivers are cold enough to instill cold water shock in all swimmers, no matter their skill level, which can lead to drownings.

A press release from the DOH says death can occur within minutes of cold water submersion.