Alright, being about a week and a half away from the start of festivities, I thought it prudent to check the weather report:
http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/cor...onyr=10/1/2012
Good, sweet baby cat in a hat, it's "predicted" to be around 75*.
While this means it will be harder to succumb to heat-related injuries, those travelling from warmer climates will have issues with "cooler" weather, while those of us traveling from "cooler" climates will need to adjust to the "heat."