Good morning. It’s Thursday, December 24th. This is your briefing from Lucas Dixon for The News & Observer. Today’s weather will be blustery but mild with a high of 65 and a low of 39. Look for a strong chance of thunderstorms into the evening as well, which will bring the potential for powerful winds on Christmas Eve. The weather will clear up by Christmas Day, with sunny skies and a high of 41 degrees.