Raleigh residents can expect a wet start to the week, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service. Showers and thunderstorms are likely, mainly before 3 p.m. today, with an 80% chance of precipitation. Rainfall totals are projected between a quarter and half an inch, though isolated heavier downpours are possible. Light and variable winds offer little relief from the high humidity, which is around 96% early this morning.
As the evening approaches, the chance of precipitation drops to 40%, with the possibility of less than a tenth of an inch of new rainfall, although thunderstorms could lead to higher amounts. The night will mostly be cloudy with a low around 67 and light northeast winds. Heading into Sunday and beyond, the outlook suggests continued instability with isolated thunderstorms and chances of showers throughout the early part of next week.
A Hazardous Weather Outlook is also in effect for a broad swathe of central North Carolina, including Raleigh. "Scattered to numerous showers and storms are expected today, mainly this afternoon," the National Weather Service cautions. Areas north and east of Raleigh could experience minor flooding due to isolated heavy rainfall.
A tropical low-pressure system currently located northeast of Cuba is being monitored as it tracks north-northwest toward the Carolinas. The system could approach the coast by late Monday or Tuesday, though its exact path and timing remain uncertain. If it moves inland, it may bring heavy rainfall and gusty winds to portions of the Carolinas and the Southeast U.S. The National Hurricane Center advises continued monitoring for updates as the situation develops.
The tropical system's potential impact is being tracked, and its development will continue to be assessed in the coming days. The National Weather Service and other meteorological agencies will issue updates as more information becomes available.
