North Carolina – Low clouds blanket Uptown Charlotte this morning, and the air feels mild and slightly humid as commuters move along I-77 and I-85. Temperatures sit near 60 degrees, already hinting at a warm February surge. Pavement remains mostly dry for now, but changes build quickly.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, a slight chance of rain lingers through late morning before skies gradually brighten. Highs climb to 74 degrees with southwest winds gusting up to 23 mph. That warmth expands Friday, when highs jump to 78 degrees under partly sunny skies. A 50% chance of rain develops, mainly before 1 p.m., with breezy west winds gusting to 25 mph.
Friday night turns quieter with lows near 52, but the pattern stays active. Saturday brings rain likely between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., with highs falling back to 62 degrees. Expect wet roads and brief ponding during heavier showers. Keep rain gear handy if traveling midday.
Saturday night holds a 50% chance of rain before 1 a.m., then cooler air settles in. Sunday turns partly sunny but much cooler, with highs near 53. By Sunday night, temperatures tumble to around 31 degrees under mostly clear skies. That sets up a potential freeze across the Charlotte metro. Protect sensitive plants and watch for slick spots where moisture lingers.
Monday stays mostly sunny with highs near 45. Temperatures gradually rebound into the upper 40s and mid-50s by midweek. Longer-range trends favor above-normal warmth late next week, signaling early spring vibes returning to the Carolinas.
Five Day Outlook for Charlotte, NC:
Friday: Chance of rain, high 78.
Saturday: Rain likely, high 62.
Sunday: Partly sunny, high 53.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 45.
Tuesday: Sunny, high 49.
