Charlotte is waking up under light rain and patchy fog this morning, with Charlotte Douglas International Airport (KCLT) checking in around 52°F and visibility near 4 miles as of 5:40 a.m. today. Rain is likely before 7 a.m., and on-and-off showers should hang around through the afternoon, with highs near 62°F. West southwest winds of 8 to 14 mph, gusting up to about 24 mph, will add a blustery feel and could slow commutes on already wet roads.
Afternoon Winds And Commute
The National Weather Service expects new rainfall totals of about three quarters of an inch to one inch across the area. Low clouds may drop aviation conditions to MVFR or IFR for much of the daylight hours, which means early flights at KCLT could see delays. Travelers should check directly with their airline before heading to the airport. Transit riders are urged to keep an eye on updates from CATS in case any service alerts or detours pop up.
Tonight And Friday
Tonight brings a chance of renewed rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms, with lows sliding into the mid 40s at around 46°F. By Friday, conditions trend drier in the afternoon, with highs near 57°F and partly sunny skies, though a leftover shower could linger in the morning. Flooding is not expected, and most of the rain should be a net positive after some recent dry stretches.
Weekend Warmup
Surface high pressure builds in for the weekend, delivering a sunnier, warmer stretch, so expect a bright Saturday near 67°F and an even warmer Sunday around 73°F. Rain chances creep back in early next week as a weak front stalls to the south, bringing a few light showers Monday into Tuesday and slightly cooler highs. For the full timeline and yesterday’s early outlook, see yesterday’s play-by-play forecast.
Plan Ahead
Grab an umbrella and budget an extra 10 to 15 minutes for this morning’s commute, and secure any loose outdoor items before those gusty afternoon winds pick up. If you have an early flight, check airline status and the airport before you leave home, and transit riders should follow CATS rider alerts for real-time service information. We’ll update this forecast if the timing or intensity of the rain changes or if any watches or advisories are issued.
