ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Merry Christmas and happy first night of Hanukkah. Today will be snow-free, with overcast skies dominating as temperatures climb into the low to mid-30s. It’ll feel noticeably milder compared to recent days. 8-Day Forecast Clouds will linger through much of the week, with mostly cloudy conditions expected on Thursday. By Friday, some breaks in the clouds may appear, ushering in slightly clearer skies. Temperatures will gradually trend back toward seasonal averages as the week progresses. While some snow might remain on the ground later in the week, it’s unlikely to stick around by the weekend’s end. The weekend begins dry, with temperatures surging into the 40s by Saturday. However, rain is expected to move into the area on Sunday, accompanied by continued warmth, as highs reach the mid to upper 40s. As we head into the start of next week, scattered showers will likely persist, and temperatures will remain unseasonably warm. The new year will begin on this milder note, though a potential cooldown could be on the horizon soon after.