Sunday’s heat is the brief part of a forecast that turns more unsettled Monday night and Tuesday, with a cooler pattern taking shape by Wednesday. Temperatures will reach near 89 this afternoon, while the more consequential weather arrives later in the period, according to the Yahoo News.
Sunday will be mostly sunny with light, variable winds, according to the National Weather Service.
How unusual is Sunday’s heat?
For context, the National Weather Service’s Charlotte September climatological data list 1991–2020 normal values of 82.8°F for the high, 62.6°F for the low and 72.7°F for the average temperature, according to the National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg Weather Forecast Office.
Monday Brings A Higher Storm Risk
The first meaningful storm risk arrives Monday afternoon and evening, when showers and thunderstorms become possible. The National Weather Service says a few storms could become severe, with damaging wind gusts and excessive rain as the main concerns.
Monday night looks considerably wetter, with an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Tuesday keeps the unsettled pattern going, bringing an 80% chance of rain and storms and a potentially soggy afternoon commute.
Cooler Air Arrives By Wednesday
The forecast takes a sharp turn Wednesday, when cooler temperatures, northeast winds and shower potential take hold. Thursday stays cool with shower potential, while the cooler pattern continues overnight Wednesday and Thursday.
Friday and Saturday should remain below normal, with shower chances diminishing. The earlier Saturday's forecast is available for comparison, but the current outlook places the focus on storm timing Monday night and Tuesday and a more decisive cooldown beginning Wednesday.
No watches, warnings or advisories are listed for the Charlotte area Sunday morning, as reported by the National Weather Service. For outdoor plans, Sunday is the better bet, but Monday afternoon through Tuesday will call for closer attention to storm timing and changing conditions.
