The predicted fire danger for today is a Class 3 for Merrimack County.
Today will be partly cloudy with temperatures in the mid 40s to lower 50s.
Minimum relative humidity values will be between 31 and 43 percent.
Winds will range from 9 to 15 mph with gusts between 23 and 29 mph.
Dry and windy conditions will elevate the fire danger today.
Cool and dry weather will remain in place through the weekend, but winds will diminish.
WHAT DOES THE CLASS DAY MEAN?
Class 1: Low; Fires are not likely.
Class 2: Moderate; Fires are possible in light fuels.
Class 3: High; Fuels in open areas and sunny slopes may spread rapidly.
Class 4: Very High; Fires spread and increase in intensity rapidly.
Class 5: Extreme; Fires will spread very rapidly.