Raleigh is starting Friday clear and near 72°F, but the calm opening is a brief pause before a hot stretch settles over the city. Skies will stay mostly sunny through the afternoon, with temperatures climbing to about 91°F and only a 20% chance of a shower or thunderstorm after 4 p.m.
Mostly Sunny Friday With A Late Storm Chance
Most neighborhoods should stay dry, though a few late-day showers or thunderstorms could pop up after 4 p.m. Any storm would be capable of a brief downpour or gusty wind, but rainfall is expected to stay below a tenth of an inch. A southwest breeze of 3 to 8 mph will accompany the sunshine, according to the National Weather Service Raleigh forecast.
Warm Weekend Weather Keeps Outdoor Plans Alive
Friday night will turn partly cloudy with a low near 73°F. Saturday should be mostly sunny and reach about 91°F, while Sunday gets hotter with a high near 93°F and a slight chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m.
Mid-90s Take Over Early Next Week
The heat builds Monday through Wednesday, when highs are forecast to reach 95°F, 96°F and 96°F, respectively. Nights will offer only modest relief, with lows in the mid-70s, while shower and storm chances remain limited until a slight uptick late Wednesday and Thursday.
For Raleigh residents, the pattern favors sunny mornings and hot afternoons, with the best chance of a weather interruption arriving late in the day. Water, shade and breaks will become increasingly important as the hottest stretch settles in, especially for anyone working or exercising outdoors.
