Raleigh residents can expect a stretch of sunny days ahead. The outlook for today anticipates clear skies with a high approaching 80 degrees and a calm north wind around 5 to 8 mph. As the evening rolls in, the temperature is predicted to dip to a comfortable low of around 55 degrees under a clear night sky, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service.
Looking forward to Tuesday, the NWS forecasts continued sunshine with temperatures set to climb a bit higher, reaching around 85 degrees. The day will start off calm but will eventually see a light southeast breeze picking up at about 6 mph in the afternoon. "Clear, with a low around 60," is the expected scenario for Tuesday night, with those southeast winds anticipated to slow down, becoming calm once past midnight, the NWS reports.
Wednesday's weather pattern appears much the same, promising Raleigh folks another sunny day with a high near 86 degrees and light wind eventually settling in from the southeast. The overnight forecast suggests a shift, as clouds start to gather, leading to a mostly cloudy evening with the mercury hovering around 63 degrees.
As we head later into the week, Thursday should stay mostly sunny with highs persisting near 86 degrees, but by Friday, there's a shift coming. The NWS flags a 30% chance of showers cropping up after 2 p.m. "A chance of showers before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71," forecasts the NWS for Friday night. By Saturday, the probability for rain and thunderstorms increases to a 50% chance during the day and lingers at a 40% chance through the night. Sunday also carries a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, but should still be mostly sunny with a high near 87.
Keep an eye on the latest updates via the NWS to stay informed.
