Charlotte woke up at 5:40 a.m. Wednesday, June 3 to clear skies, a crisp 54°F at local observation sites, and a light north-northeast breeze. Low clouds and patchy valley fog were mostly tucked into the nearby higher terrain and are expected to thin quickly after sunrise. By this afternoon, look for plenty of sun, a high near 80°F, and continued light NNE winds.
Afternoon Heat And Weekend Warm-Up
Temperatures are set to climb day by day: near 85°F on Thursday, around 88°F on Friday, and pushing close to 90°F by Sunday. Tonight should dip to about 57°F. The broader pattern points to a steady warming trend through Saturday before a weakening ridge opens the door for showers and a few thunderstorms early next week, according to the National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg.
Foggy Mornings, Clear Afternoons
The National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg notes that "Mountain valley fog...some locally dense will dissipate shortly after sunrise." That patchy fog could knock down visibility on Foothills and mountain roads this morning, so early drivers may want to ease off the gas and build in some extra time. Across most of the Charlotte metro, conditions should turn sunny and dry by midday, with light NNE winds around 2 to 7 mph.
How To Plan Today
If you are heading into the hills before midmorning, allow an extra 10 to 15 minutes in case you hit the thicker fog. Midday and afternoon outdoor plans look best once that fog burns off. With temperatures rising into the upper 80s by Friday and through the weekend, it is a good time to keep water handy for kids and pets, though there are no watches or advisories in effect right now. For a broader look at the timing of next week's shower chances, check out our earlier outlook.
