North Carolina – A chilly 33-degree start greets Charlotte early this morning, and the air feels crisp and still. Clear skies stretch over Uptown, but cold pavement could still hide isolated slick spots on bridges along I-77 and I-85. Take it easy through shaded ramps.
Sunshine takes over today with highs climbing to 61 degrees. Calm winds become southwest at 5 to 7 mph this afternoon. It’s a classic February thaw, and the warmer sun will erase the morning chill fast.
Clouds increase tonight with lows near 44 degrees. A slight chance of rain develops after 3 a.m. Sunday. By Sunday afternoon, conditions shift quickly. Rain becomes likely after 2 p.m., with highs near 52 degrees and a 100 percent chance of precipitation. Patchy fog could reduce visibility at times, especially along I-485 and surface streets during steadier showers.
Sunday night stays wet with a 90 percent chance of rain before 1 a.m. Lows dip to 43 degrees with northeast winds gusting up to 18 mph. Plan extra travel time Sunday evening.
President’s Day brings improving conditions. Mostly sunny skies return with highs near 59 degrees. Roads dry out, and outdoor plans look much better.
Tuesday warms further with partly sunny skies and highs near 64 degrees. By midweek, temperatures push toward the upper 60s and lower 70s. The broader 6- to 10-day outlook signals above-normal warmth across the Carolinas, with spring vibes building into late February.
Keep umbrellas ready Sunday, then enjoy the warming stretch ahead.
Are you noticing fog or slick spots in your neighborhood this morning?
