Charlotte gets one more summer-like day Thursday, with sunshine, light winds and a high near 84 degrees before the weather pattern turns wet this weekend. Friday cools to about 77 under thicker clouds, then rain chances rise Saturday and thunderstorms become likely Sunday.
Sunny Thursday Runs Warm
Thursday morning starts in the mid-50s, with some fog or low clouds possible around sunrise, but skies should clear quickly. The afternoon will be dry and mostly sunny, with winds around 2 mph and temperatures holding near 84; no rain is expected.
Rain Arrives Saturday
The National Weather Service forecast calls for chance showers Saturday, with mostly cloudy skies, a high near 69 and a 50% chance of rain. Winds from the east-northeast could run 7 to 16 mph, and the wet weather becomes much more likely Saturday night, when the rain chance rises to 90%.
The updated outlook sharpens the timing from Hoodline's Wednesday forecast, with a cooler Friday, an earlier Saturday rain start and a clearer concern about heavy rain over the weekend.
Sunday Brings The Biggest Concern
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast throughout Sunday, with a high near 74 and a 90% chance of precipitation. The forecast discussion warns that excessive rainfall is possible Saturday night and Sunday, while a small severe-storm risk is beginning to emerge for Sunday afternoon, especially south and east of I-85.
That makes Saturday morning the cleaner window for outdoor plans, while drivers should be ready for slick roads and reduced visibility during heavier downpours. No watches, warnings or advisories are currently listed for the Charlotte area, but the weekend forecast remains worth monitoring as timing and rainfall totals are refined.
Sunny Skies Return Monday
Columbus Day looks much quieter, with sunshine and a high near 78, followed by another sunny day around 81 on Tuesday. Wednesday stays dry and sunny with a high near 74, giving Charlotte a calmer finish after the weekend rain.
