As the weekend approaches, Raleigh is expected to see a few gray days. Today’s Memorial Day forecast calls for a high around 66°F, with light east winds at 6 to 8 mph. There's a 60% chance of rain, but only a small amount is expected, according to the National Weather Service.
Moving into tonight, rain could make a brief return before 10 p.m. and might pop up again post-5 a.m. The evening promises more clouds and temperatures dropping to a cool 57 degrees, the northeast wind laying low at 5 to 7 mph. There’s a 30% chance of rain, but any new precipitation will likely remain scant..
Looking ahead to tomorrow, Raleigh with rain predicted mainly after 2 p.m. The high near 66, East wind around 6 mph, reported National Weather Service. The sky remains leaden with a 60% chance of rain.
For those waiting for the sun to peek through, patience will be a virtue. Wednesday, with a 70% probability of rain and possibly a thunderous mix in the afternoon. Despite the anticipated showers and potential thunderstorms, the temperature could climb to a warmer 77 degrees. Residents planning evening activities should anticipate a 40% chance of continued showers and thunderstorms under a mostly cloudy sky and a low around 66 degrees.
Raleigh will warm up to about 81°F on Thursday, with a 50% chance of showers and storms later in the day. At night, storm chances drop to 30%, and skies will become partly cloudy with a low around 63°F. Starting Friday, the weather is expected to improve with more sunshine and warmer temperatures.
