Charlotte residents can expect a slight shift in weather patterns today with a chance of showers and thunderstorms cropping up in the afternoon. According to the National Weather Service, as of this morning at 6:52 am EST, it's mostly cloudy in the region with a temperature standing at 57 degrees Fahrenheit. The NWS Charlotte has indicated a 40 percent probability of precipitation later today, with potential new rainfall amounts being slight, barring the possibility of higher quantities during thunderstorms.
The forecast suggests that the unsettled weather will come along with a southwest wind blowing at 9 to 14 mph, with gusts that could reach as high as 26 mph. Residents planning outdoor activities today should carry their umbrellas, despite the humidity staying at a moderate 49 percent, and wind chill just a degree below the current temperature. For those venturing out this evening, things appear to be calmer with mostly cloudy skies expected to gradually clear as temperatures dip to a low of around 40 degrees and wind speeds drop to a slight 6 to 8 mph.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the outlook is more pleasant with abundant sunshine in the forecast. Friday is set to be sunny with a high near 63 degrees, and a west northwest wind at a gentle 5 to 7 mph. As for Saturday, anticipate clear skies and a daytime high of approximately 69 degrees. The southwest wind will pick up slightly, blowing at 8 to 13 mph, which might include gusts of up to 24 mph.
Temperatures are expected to take a dip into the early part of next week, with the NWS predicting a sunny Sunday with a high near 51, and a rather chilly night as temps fall to around 28 degrees. However, the weather is slated to warm up again with Monday's high reaching 54 degrees under sunny skies. Even as Tuesday brings more sun and a nice high of around 64 degrees, the evening could introduce a 40 percent chance of showers as clouds gather and temperatures hover around 50 degrees. Wet weather is quite likely by Wednesday with an 80 percent chance of showers and a high near 68 degrees, prompting locals to keep their rain gear on hand.
