North Carolina Weather Alert Today: 42°F Cold Snap Now in Charlotte, NC, 67° Warm-Up by Wednesday, February 18

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North Carolina greets the sunrise with a crisp February chill as temperatures hover near 42 degrees across Charlotte. The air feels cool but calm, and visibility remains clear for early drivers along I-77 and I-85. A light northeast breeze adds a slight bite before dawn.

The National Weather Service reports sunny skies today with highs climbing to around 60 degrees. Winds could gust near 20 mph this afternoon, but dry air keeps conditions comfortable. No winter precipitation or freeze concerns are expected, and roadways remain dry through the day.

Tonight turns mostly clear with lows dipping to 38 degrees. Patchy fog may develop briefly Tuesday morning before sunshine returns. Highs rebound to 64 degrees, continuing a steady warming trend across Mecklenburg County.

By Wednesday, February 18, clouds increase and temperatures surge to 67 degrees. Southwest winds may gust up to 30 mph, signaling a stronger system approaching. Rain chances hold off until Thursday, when highs jump to 73 degrees with scattered afternoon showers possible. Friday remains mild near 74 degrees, with a 50 percent chance of rain.

Looking ahead into President’s Day Week, the 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across the western Carolinas. Highs stay in the upper 60s to mid-70s before a slight cooldown next weekend. February is leaning into spring vibes rather than winter weather across the Charlotte metro.