Raleigh residents should brace themselves for a week of unsettled weather patterns, including potential severe thunderstorms and flash flooding hazards. As per the National Weather Service (NWS), today's forecast anticipates mostly sunny skies, but with a significant spike in wind speeds reaching 14 to 18 mph and gusts surging up to 31 mph.
As the day progresses, the chance of showers rises, with thunderstorms likely to affect the later part of the night. There's a 70% chance of precipitation, and a steady southwest wind will remain at 7 to 9 mph, along with high humidity. Barometer readings indicate that the atmosphere is on the verge of significant change. The overnight low is expected to be around 66°F.
Looking ahead to Monday, a 100% chance of precipitation is forecasted. Showers and possible thunderstorms are expected throughout the day, with rainfall amounts ranging from three-quarters to one inch. The NWS has issued a warning for potential urban and small stream flooding, particularly in the city's more densely developed areas and along its waterways.
The weather will remain unsettled into Monday night, with additional showers and possible thunderstorms, a 90% chance of precipitation, and new rainfall amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch. By Tuesday, skies will clear, and the chance of precipitation will drop to 30% in the morning, followed by a sunny afternoon with a high near 59 degrees.
Residents in central North Carolina should be alerted to the possibility of freezing conditions by Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. According to the NWS Hazardous Weather Outlook, temperatures could drop into the upper 20s to lower 30s, raising concerns about potential damage to early spring vegetation.
