BAKERSFIELD, Calif (KERO) — A cooling trend will begin today with highs expected to be around 4 to 8 degrees above normal for late May.

Temperatures will then fall to right around normal on Wednesday through the Memorial Day weekend.

Gusty winds will develop through the wind-prone mountain passes Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon.

There is a chance for some afternoon and evening thunderstorms mainly around Yosemite Park the rest of the week.

Our forecast high in Bakersfield is 92 degrees with lows in the low seventies.

Have a great day and stay hydrated.