Raleigh started off on the cool and mostly dry side Saturday, May 9, with Raleigh–Durham International reporting about 54°F at 5:35 a.m. ET and low clouds lingering in a few neighborhoods. Through the day, skies should turn partly sunny with a high near 78°F and only a small chance of a few light, spotty showers, mainly across the southern Piedmont and Sandhills.
Afternoon And Tonight
Humidity will tick up as the day goes on, with dew points rising into the mid-50s, so the afternoon may feel just a bit muggy. Southwest winds stay on the light side, generally 2–9 mph, which helps keep most of the area dry through the afternoon hours.
According to the National Weather Service, highs should top out near 78°F. Late tonight, patchy fog is possible, especially across southern and southeastern parts of the county, as moisture hangs around near the surface.
Sunday And Monday
Sunday, May 10 is the weekend’s warm one, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 86°F. A cold front moves through Sunday night into Monday, and the NWS forecast discussion notes that rain showers are likely Monday morning after about 8 a.m.
North winds could gust up to 18 mph on Monday, but rainfall totals stay on the light side, generally around a tenth to a quarter of an inch. Most of the Triangle should only see brief, nuisance-level showers, while southeastern counties have the best odds for the steadier rain.
What This Means For Plans
Most outdoor plans look good for both today and Sunday. Just be ready for the warmer feel Sunday afternoon and keep water handy if you are out for a while. For Monday morning, factor in the likely showers when planning commutes or school drop-offs.
If you have early shifts or events in southeastern Wake and Johnston counties on Monday, it is worth checking conditions before you hit the road and allowing extra time for any slowdowns during heavier pockets of rain. We will post updates if the front shifts or rainfall chances change.
