Raleigh residents are in for a typical February weather pattern, according to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, NC, with temperatures today reaching a comfortable high near 61 degrees and calm winds turning into a gentle southwestern breeze in the afternoon. Valentine's Day might offer clear skies, but the weather narrative shifts as the weekend continues; the NWS forecast predicts rain starting tomorrow with a certainty as high as the humidity, and no respite likely until Monday, with accumulated rainfall reaching upwards of an inch in some areas, the NWS detailed forecast notes.
The NWS goes on to report a sunny disposition for today, yet tonight's forecast brings increasing clouds and a low around 42, with a southern wind that's as mild and indecisive as the gentle sway of Carolina pines, then giving way to Sunday's 100% chance of rain, maintaining a steadier but equally gentle easterly wind as the storm passes, such weather transitions, while expected, still carry a sense of dreariness for the sun-loving folks of Raleigh. The onset of Washington's birthday brings a slight chance of rain before clearing up partially in the afternoon, indicative of the mixed bag of weather the region sees this time of year.
Looking ahead, the NWS assures a gradual climb in temperatures with Tuesday and Wednesday both showing partly sunny skies and highs reaching into the mid to upper 60s, granting locals respite from the rain and a glimpse into the approaching spring warmth. During the night hours, temperatures are to settle in the lower 50s, and while Thursday continues the trend of rising warmth, with the mercury tipping at about 71 degrees, the clouds linger overhead, possibly hinting at a more unsettled climate heading into the weekend.
For those banking on a dry end to the week, Friday may disappoint, carrying a 30% chance of rain amidst the partly sunny conditions and the promise or perhaps the tease of a 71-degree warmth, once again the capriciousness of Carolinian weather is on full display with its swift mood swings from sunshine to showers.
