Charlotte residents should expect a mix of clouds and sunshine this week, with a series of mild days ahead, according to the National Weather Service. Today's forecast includes a slight chance of showers in the late afternoon but will clear up as the day progresses, reaching a high near 79 degrees. The southwesterly winds may see gusts as high as 20 mph, offering a brisk feel to the air.
The evening will cool down to a low of around 53 degrees under partly cloudy skies, as stated in the NWS Charlotte forecast. As the week unfolds, locals can enjoy a return to sunshine on Sunday, with the temperature climbing to a comfortable 70 degrees. The winds, expected to be gentle, blowing from the north northwest at around 6 mph.
The clear skies on Sunday night will allow temperatures to drop to a cooler 43 degrees, so residents may want to grab a light jacket if stepping out. The serene weather continues into Monday, with a calm east breeze nudging the mercury to a daytime high of 65 degrees. However, cloud cover will make a comeback Monday night, setting the stage for a mostly cloudy Tuesday with highs again around 65 degrees.
Those planning ahead for the Thanksgiving holiday should keep an umbrella close at hand on Tuesday night. Showers are likely after 10 pm, and with a 60 percent chance of rain, it promises to make for a wet lead-up to the festive Thursday, as documented by the weather service's forecast. Wednesday also holds a 30 percent chance of showers in the morning, but afterwards, the sky should give way to mostly cloudy conditions with a high near 71 degrees.
Looking forward to Thanksgiving Day itself, Charlotte skies will clear up offering full sunshine and a high of 58, a welcome turn for those participating in outdoor gatherings. And while Thursday night dips to a chilly low around 33 degrees, Friday will shine brightly with sunny skies and an agreeable high near 53, wrapping up a variable but mostly pleasant week for those in the Queen City.
