Charlotte is waking up to a mostly cloudy, muggy start, with temperatures hovering near 72°F at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Spotty showers are already bubbling up over western neighborhoods, and brief downpours could turn the morning and midday commute into a slow, slick crawl. It is a good day to park an umbrella by the door and give yourself extra time on wet roads.
Showers And Heavy Downpours Today
Forecasters are calling for about a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms from this morning into the afternoon, with a high near 84°F. Some of those storms may pack locally heavy rainfall and bring isolated flash flooding. The most widespread rain is expected before 2 p.m., gradually tapering off this evening as drier air noses in. That forecast comes from the National Weather Service.
Afternoon Commute
Short, intense bursts of rain could quickly knock down visibility and leave standing water in low-lying spots, especially through the late-morning and midday window. If you are behind the wheel, slow down, give yourself more space to stop, and steer clear of flooded streets. Flights at KCLT could see isolated delays, so if you are traveling around the middle of the day, it is worth checking in with your airline before you head to the airport.
This Weekend And Next Week
Sunday should offer a brief break, with cooler and drier conditions and highs near 78°F. Moisture then creeps back in late Sunday night and especially on Monday, when rain showers and thunderstorms are likely, with about a 70% chance of wet weather. A drier, cooler pattern is expected to settle in by midweek, bringing highs into the upper 70s to around 80°F. These trends are outlined in the NWS Greenville-Spartanburg forecast discussion.
Safety Tips
Avoid driving through standing water, since it can be deeper and more dangerous than it looks, and move to higher ground if you notice water rising quickly. Keep an eye on local alerts and updates from the National Weather Service for any flash flood statements before heading out into the rain.
