The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued a forecast signalling a mix of cloud and sun with a high chance of thunderstorms in the coming days for much of central North Carolina. High humidity and gusty winds accompany the temperature highs that are expected to reach into the lower nineties.
For today, there's a 30% chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, particularly after 3 pm, as per the latest update at 7:51 am EDT from the NWS forecast. With the mercury tipped to hit a high near 91 degrees.
The NWS forecast doesn't just stop at scattered rain. They've put out a Hazardous Weather Outlook that warns of potential severe storms this afternoon and evening, with the primary window being between 2 to 8 PM. These storms could usher in damaging wind gusts, and there's a chance of isolated large hail, something folks in the affected areas will want to keep an eye on as the day progresses.
And it's not a one-off; the weather throughout the week is poised to remain unsettled. "Additional scattered showers and storms will be possible from late Monday afternoon into Monday night and again on Tuesday afternoon and evening," as per the Hazardous Weather Outlook. They go on to note that some of these could rise to the occasion of severity and are capable of cranking out isolated heavy rainfall. Spotter activation may be on the cards, as indicated by the Hazardous Weather Outlook, signaling that community-based observation could play a critical role in documenting and responding to the tumultuous weather ahead.
As the week unfolds, the pattern of sunny starts and stormy afternoons continues, with Wednesday offering a partly cloudy day. However, by the weekend, the NWS anticipates a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
