Charlotte, North Carolina – Thunderstorms could drench Charlotte by Wednesday afternoon, bringing heavy downpours and patchy fog that may impact drivers on I-77 and surrounding roads. Rainfall totals could top three-quarters of an inch in some spots, prompting a weather alert for hazardous travel during peak afternoon hours.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are likely in the Queen City after 2 p.m. Wednesday, with an 80% chance of precipitation through the evening. Fog is expected between 7 and 9 a.m., adding another layer of concern for morning commuters. Roads like I-85, US-74, and NC-49 could be slick by mid-afternoon, particularly where heavier storms pass through.
Wednesday night, a 50% chance of showers lingers, though most storms should taper off before midnight. Thursday will bring partly sunny skies with a 40% chance of afternoon storms and a high near 82°F — a warm start to a humid summer stretch.
Friday sees a 50% chance of rain, with highs around 79°F. Storms could return overnight before drier conditions finally settle in this weekend. Saturday and Sunday look calm and sunny, with highs near 83°F and 84°F, respectively. Monday continues the early-summer trend, climbing to 86°F under clear skies.
Key reminder: Watch for NWS updates and avoid flooded roads. If storms intensify, local alerts could expand by midweek.
Extended 5-Day Outlook:
- Wednesday: 79°F, rain/storms likely, fog early
- Thursday: 82°F, chance of storms
- Friday: 79°F, rain possible
- Saturday: 83°F, sunny
- Sunday: 84°F, clear and warm
