Raleigh is stepping into a classic late-summer scorcher Thursday, with sunny skies, light winds and temperatures climbing toward 91 degrees. The heat will ease only modestly overnight, with mostly clear skies and a low near 68 before storms become a more realistic possibility Friday.
Temperatures are forecast to warm Thursday. According to the National Weather Service, isolated showers or storms are possible Thursday, particularly over the northwest Piedmont, and no watches, warnings or advisories are in effect. The latest update also includes a storm forecast; related details appear in Wednesday’s forecast.
Friday Brings The First Real Storm Chance
Friday starts mostly sunny and hotter, with a high near 93 degrees. Showers and thunderstorms could develop after 2 p.m., with chances during the day and Friday night. Any rainfall is expected to be light, with new amounts generally below a tenth of an inch.
Saturday Offers A Cooler, Not Perfect, Reset
A front should knock Saturday’s high down to about 84 degrees, though a slight chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms remains. Saturday night turns partly cloudy with a low near 68, while Sunday rebounds to mostly sunny skies and a high near 89. For outdoor plans, Saturday looks cooler but still worth keeping an eye on the sky.
Next Week Turns More Unsettled
Monday stays warm near 89 degrees, but afternoon storms become possible and the chance rises to 60% Monday night. Tuesday should be cooler, with additional rain and thunderstorm chances, followed by an uncertain Wednesday forecast. Northeast winds will also become more noticeable by Tuesday and Wednesday.
Thursday will bring hot, mostly dry conditions for outdoor chores and walking, though the afternoon will still be hot. Anyone heading outside Friday should plan around the hottest part of the day, keep water nearby and move indoors if thunder is heard.
