The National Weather Service (NWS) in Charlotte, NC, is reporting a sunny day with a high near 78 degrees, and light south southwest winds increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon, which could gust as high as 18 mph. This evening's forecast anticipates partly cloudy skies with a low around 54 degrees and south winds of 6 to 9 mph, with gusts that could reach 20 mph. The pleasant weather, however, comes with a warning of increased fire danger, according to National Weather Service.
Specifically, the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, SC has issued a Special Weather Statement highlighting the increased fire danger from noon to 8 p.m. EDT this evening for various counties in North Carolina and northeast Georgia. "Critically low relative humidity values will develop this afternoon, ranging from 10% to 25%, " the statement details, with gusty southwest winds developing this afternoon. It continues, "Low relative humidity, gusty winds, and dry fuels will result in increased fire danger today across western North Carolina and northeast Georgia from noon to 8pm." Residents are urged to use extreme caution if they do burn outside.
Following tonight's partly cloudy conditions, tomorrow's forecast suggests a 40 percent chance of showers, primarily between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Although the day will start mostly cloudy, it's expected to become sunny later with a high near 68. South wind speeds are forecasted at 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. New precipitation amounts will be minimal, if any.
The National Weather Service Hazardous Weather Outlook mirrors the Special Weather Statement's concerns about fire danger, "Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the Internet for more information about the following hazards: Increased Fire Danger." There are no expected hazardous weather conditions from tomorrow through Tuesday, beyond today's alert.
Friday is predicted to be sunny with a high near 64, while the weekend warms up, offering sunny skies and temperatures in the low 70s. Residents should, however, take note of a 30 percent chance of showers after 2 a.m. on Sunday night and a 50 percent chance of showers by next Monday.
