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Published on December 25, 2024
Charlotte Faces Chilly Sunny Christmas Day with Mild Weather and Rising Rain Chances This WeekendSource: Google Street View

The Queen City is witnessing a fair Christmas Day, with early morning temperatures at a chilly 32°F and a modest humidity of 85%. A gentle East northeast wind touches the city at 6 mph, fighting back against the warmth of the day ahead. Visibility stands clear at 7 miles, according to the National Weather Service in Charlotte, N.C.

For those looking to enjoy the holiday outdoors, the forecast promises mostly sunny skies and a high nearing 53°F. A brief break from the cold season, with winds calm at 3 to 6 mph. As the sun sets and families gather, tonight's sky is expected to become mostly cloudy, the temperature dipping to a low of around 34°F while the northeast wind blows gently.

The subsequent days maintain this pattern of clouds giving way to the sun. Thursday's forecast, as reported by NWS, shows mostly cloudy skies initially before they gradually withdraw to reveal sunny expanses with a high near 52°F. The night follows suit, with increasing clouds and a low of around 37°F. Friday's anticipation comes with a mild twist – a 20 percent chance of rain showers after 3 p.m., the high aiming to reach 48°F.

The weekend will see increasing chances of rain, with a 30 percent chance Friday night and 40 percent by Saturday. Showers are likely to come on Saturday night, the chance of precipitation jumping to 60%, beneath a mostly cloudy sky and an expected low of around 55°F. Sunday offers little reprieve, the threat of rain peering through the clouds - with a 70 percent certainty and a high near 65°F. Continuing the pattern, Sunday night's forecast carries a 50 percent chance of showers before the new week dawns clear on Monday, a mostly sunny high near 63°F awaiting the city's residents, as detailed by NWS.

Monday's clarity will again be shrouded with clouds, the temperature expected to hover around 44°F. Tuesday presents the city with a 40 percent chance of showers amidst a day that promises a mix of sun and clouds, and a high persisting at the cusp of 62°F.