Charlotte residents might want to keep their umbrellas handy as the National Weather Service forecasts for a mix of showers and thunderstorms throughout the week. Today, there's a 40 percent chance of rain, primarily kicking in post 2 p.m., with potential new rainfall reaching up to a half-inch, as the skies remain mostly cloudy, and temperatures might soar near 86 degrees. Light winds from the southwest will breeze through at 3 to 7 mph, reports the National Weather Service.
The weather outlook for tonight isn't much drier, with thunderstorms likely before 2 a.m., followed by a brief respite, and mostly cloudy conditions. With the southwest wind continuing at a mild 3 to 5 mph, the low is hitting around 73 degrees, creating a humid and warm evening. "Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms," the National Weather Service describes.
Thursday could be slightly clearer but still brings a 60 percent probability of precipitation scattered throughout the day. A high near 88 degrees under partly sunny skies can be expected, while calm winds turn south southwest. Similarly, Thursday night might see early thunderstorms before calmer skies, and a steady low temperature around 73 degrees with calm winds dominates the scene.
As we head towards the weekend, Friday shows somewhat lower chances for rain at 30 percent, mainly after 5 p.m., with “Mostly sunny” skies, and a again high nearing 89 degrees. Friday night's weather pattern seems to echo earlier days – a mix of showers and thunderstorms before tapering off towards the morning. "A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am, then a slight chance of showers," the National Weather Service details their predictions for the evening.
The National Weather Service's hazardous weather outlook alerts to a potential for isolated flash flooding today, particularly in areas with poor drainage and low-lying spots, owing to already saturated soils from recent rains. Nevertheless, no significant hazardous conditions are projected for the period from Thursday to Tuesday.
For those looking to plan outdoor activities, the weekend might still offer some partially sunny opportunities although with a consistent 30 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms, especially during the afternoons. Early next week, temperatures are expected to climb, with Monday showing a high near 91 degrees under sunny skies.
