This morning, Charlotte woke up under a blanket of low clouds with temperatures sitting near 54°F at the airport. Forecasters say that gray start will not last long. The cloud deck is expected to thin quickly and the afternoon should turn mostly sunny with a high near 75°F.
Afternoon Sunshine, Light Breeze
Once the low clouds break, look for mostly sunny skies and a light northeast breeze. Highs will top out around 75°F with winds generally 6–9 mph. There are no watches or warnings in effect for Mecklenburg County this morning.
Most of today stays quiet, but the calm will not last all week. A decaying line of storms could clip the area Tuesday morning and a stronger frontal system is set to bring a better chance of showers and thunderstorms on Wednesday, with the heaviest rain focused over the nearby mountains. The overall flood threat remains low because soils are drier than normal and the system is expected to move quickly, according to the National Weather Service Greenville‑Spartanburg.
Sign Up For Alerts And Watch The Commute
If you have outdoor plans later in the week, make a backup rain plan and give yourself extra time for the Tuesday morning commute in case that weakening line of storms holds together. For official city guidance and to sign up for CharMeck Alerts, check the City of Charlotte storm center.
Quick Take For Planners
Plan on bringing an umbrella Tuesday and Wednesday and secure loose patio furniture tonight, since a brief heavy downpour or gusty wind is possible with any stronger storms. We will update this post if watches or warnings are issued.
