The residents of Raleigh, North Carolina can anticipate a fair and sunny day today, with the National Weather Service forecasting a high of 51 degrees. A light easterly breeze is expected to pick up in the morning. With the humidity sitting comfortably at 52%, it's a classic winter day for the city.
Tonight, the skies will turn mostly cloudy as temperatures dip to a low around 35 degrees, the wind remaining light and variable, according to NWS, Raleigh, NC. Tomorrow brings a slight chance of rain before 1 p.m., with the chance of precipitation at 20%. The clouds should clear as the day progresses, leading to a high near 61 degrees, and those venturing outside might feel gusts up to 30 mph, amid the otherwise southwest wind of 6 to 13 mph.
The middle of the week promises even sunnier skies, with Wednesday hitting a high near 67. A calm wind will shift northwest at around 6 mph, so there's no need for wind panic amongst the festive hustle. Those travelling for Christmas can expect weather cooperation; the NWS forecast for Christmas Day is mostly sunny with a high around 68 degrees.
The latter half of the week, though, will see temperatures continue to rise, Thursday night's low will hover around 53 degrees, and by Friday, Raleigh is looking at a high near 73. These unseasonably warm temperatures are reason enough for some to celebrate, but it's always wise to remain watchful of our ever-changing climate. Friday night should be mostly clear with a low around 51 degrees, and similar conditions will roll into the weekend.
For those making plans, the sunny streak is set to continue into Saturday and Sunday with highs sticking near the 68-degree mark. The nights are anticipated to be mostly clear, with lows around the 49 to 51-degree range. It's shaping up to be a warm and welcoming atmosphere for the holiday week, with clear nights perfect for any socially distanced gatherings or perhaps a glimpse of the stars above Raleigh.
