Charlotte residents can expect a shift in weather conditions throughout the coming days, according to the National Weather Service. After a cloudy start, today promises mostly sunny skies with highs soaring to 73°F. Light breezes from the south will pick up momentum, potentially hitting gusts of 23 mph. The NWS forecasts a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms this evening, mainly before the clock strikes 1 am, with a modest drop in temperature to 57°F.

Tonight's rainfall is projected to be meager, generally less than a tenth of an inch, except in possible thunderstorms. Friday's weather narrative continues with a 30 percent chance of showers, predominantly post 4 pm, yet with highs maintaining a pleasant 72°F. The weekend, while bringing mostly cloudy skies, will offer Charlotte dwellers a break from rain with only a slight chance of showers Saturday morning and high temperatures hovering in the low 60s.

The National Weather Service also indicates cooler temperatures rolling in early next week. Monday carries a 50 percent chance of showers with highs near 50°F, and Tuesday sees an increased likelihood of precipitation at 70 percent. Residents should prepare for consistent showers, as Wednesday also carries a 60 percent chance of rain and similarly cool highs around 49°F.

Evenings are expected to be consistently cloudy with low temperatures ranging from 40°F to 56°F over the next few nights. As they look towards Sunday, locals may find solace in a return to mostly sunny conditions and highs rebounding to 73°F. However, forecasting, Sunday night will reintroduce a 30 percent chance of showers after 2 am.