The National Weather Service in Raleigh forecasts a wet Wednesday with a 60% chance of rain. Temperatures will reach a mild 67 degrees Fahrenheit, with a light southwest breeze at 3 to 6 mph. Despite the rain, skies are expected to clear by night. Showers may last until 9 p.m., followed by clearing clouds and a low around 40 degrees. Winds will pick up, gusting up to 22 mph.
According to the National Weather Service, Thursday is expected to be sunny with highs in the mid-50s. Wind gusts up to 24 mph will add a brisk contrast to the day. The mercury will drop to a chilly 33 degrees at night.
Friday will continue the sunny weather, with temperatures dropping into the upper 30s by evening. The weekend will bring a rise in temperatures, reaching the upper 50s to low 60s. The National Weather Service also warns of increased fire dangers from gusts in the southern Piedmont and Sandhills on Thursday and Friday.
A cold front moving in tonight will bring the potential for frost and freezing temperatures over the weekend mornings, with lows expected in the upper 20s to mid-30s. The coldest mornings will be Friday and Sunday, marking a sharp contrast to today’s warmth. Spotters are not expected to be needed.
