The National Weather Service in Raleigh, NC, has announced a forecast suggesting an imminent change in the weather pattern for the area. According to an update from the agency posted earlier today, residents can expect to see showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 4 pm, with scattered showers following thereafter. The temperature is predicted to drop to around 49 degrees by 5 pm, with a strong breeze present throughout the day. Winds are expected to gust as high as 31 mph, and there is a 100% chance of precipitation with new rainfall amounts between half and three-quarters of an inch possible. The detailed forecast information can be found on the National Weather Service website.
The blustery conditions are set to abate somewhat by later tonight, with the forecast calling for mostly clear skies and a low around 32 degrees. The west wind will continue to make its presence felt, though, as it's expected to blow at 11 to 16 mph before becoming light after midnight, and gusts could reach up to 24 mph. The NWS further warns of the potential for hazardous weather today, emphasizing that there is a marginal risk of severe storms within the area. According to the National Weather Service, "the main hazard will be isolated damaging wind gusts in the stronger storms."
Looking towards the latter part of the week, Thursday is set to be sunny with a high near 49 degrees, and light winds from the west. The night will likely be mostly clear with a low around 30 degrees, providing a respite from the recent heavy weather. The respite continues into Friday, which is expected to be partly sunny with a high near 50 degrees, and light east wind condition present.
Over the weekend, conditions are expected to stay fairly pleasant. Saturday should be mostly sunny with a high near 56 degrees, but there is a 30% chance of showers after 1 am going into Sunday. The outlook grows slightly more grim for Sunday, with a 50% chance of showers during the day, potentially disrupting weekend plans. Looking forward to the start of the next week, conditions are anticipated to improve with Monday likely being mostly sunny and reaching a high near 64 degrees.
In light of weather concerns, the National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for central North Carolina, focusing on today and tonight. They advise that the weather is not expected to be hazardous from Thursday through Tuesday. Despite there being no expected need for spotter activation at this time, residents are encouraged to stay updated on the latest forecasts and take necessary precautions during severe weather conditions.
