Charlotte is waking up to sunny skies and muggy air Monday, with temperatures around 77°F already in place near Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The heat will build quickly, reaching 98°F this afternoon, while humidity pushes the heat index as high as 107. A Heat Advisory is in effect across the Charlotte area from noon through 8 p.m.
The combination of extreme heat and humidity could cause heat-related illnesses, especially for people working or exercising outdoors. Drink plenty of fluids, seek air conditioning when possible, avoid prolonged sun exposure and check on relatives and neighbors who may be vulnerable to the heat.
Monday Night Brings A Limited Storm Chance
Monday night will stay warm, with a low near 76°F and lingering heat-index values as high as 102. The forecast calls for a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8 p.m. and 1 a.m., with rainfall totals likely staying below a tenth of an inch.
The National Weather Service says storms developing over western North Carolina could bring a limited risk of damaging wind gusts before weakening farther east. For Charlotte, the main concern Monday remains the heat, with storm coverage expected to be spotty.
Heat Holds Through Thursday
Tuesday will be sunny with a high near 94°F, followed by a mostly clear night and a low around 73°F. Wednesday should reach 95°F under sunny skies, while Thursday climbs back to about 97°F.
Heat-index values may still reach the upper 90s or lower 100s through the middle of the week, offering little meaningful relief despite slightly lower temperatures than Monday. Winds will generally remain light, mostly below 7 mph, which will do little to cool down afternoon outdoor spaces.
Stormier Weekend, Slightly Cooler
Rain chances increase late in the week, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms Thursday night and storms likely Friday into Friday night. Saturday also brings likely showers and thunderstorms, but the high should ease back to around 88°F.
Sunday will remain near 88°F with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, followed by a low around 68°F Sunday night. Anyone planning outdoor activities should keep an eye on updated forecasts, especially from Friday through Saturday when storms are most likely to affect plans.
Heat Advisory Safety
Young children and pets should never be left in unattended vehicles, where temperatures can become dangerous within minutes. Outdoor activities are safest during the cooler morning or evening hours, and anyone experiencing signs of heat illness should move to a cool place and seek medical help.
