Residents in and around Raleigh, NC are being advised to watch out for high winds today, with the National Weather Service issuing a heads-up for gusts reaching 30 to 40 mph. The winds are strong enough to knock down tree limbs and disrupt unsecured items outside.
Although the forecast shows a slight chance of showers this morning, the skies are expected to clear as the temperature takes a little nosedive from 55 in the morning to about 45 by the day's end. For those stepping out, the northwest winds could add an extra chill, with gusts potentially as high as 36 mph. The chance of precipitation, however, remains low at 20%.
The weather looks to improve as the week progresses, with clear skies and mild conditions taking over tonight and a low hovering around 28 degrees. Tomorrow promises sunshine with highs around 50 degrees, while Tuesday's weather is similarly sunny, inching closer to a pleasant 57 degrees.
"Frequent wind gusts between 30 to 40 mph are expected today," the National Weather Service warned, noting that such winds can cause minor damage. No hazardous weather is predicted for the days following, but residents should remain vigilant, particularly today.
For those planning further ahead, the next chances for rain aren't until Thursday, with a 30% possibility before 1pm. Temperatures throughout the rest of the week are forecast to stay consistent, with mostly clear or sunny skies and highs ranging between the mid-40s and low 50s.
