Raleigh, North Carolina – Drivers across central North Carolina should prepare for slick roads and reduced visibility as another round of heavy rain moves in by Monday morning. A 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms returns to Raleigh and surrounding cities, with impacts likely on I-40 and morning commutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, scattered showers may begin late Sunday and become widespread by early Monday, especially between 3 a.m. and noon. Localized flooding is possible in low-lying areas, with rainfall totals nearing an inch in some spots. Winds remain light, but wet pavement could slow traffic across Wake, Durham, and Orange counties.
Expect cloudy skies to linger through Tuesday, with daily rain chances between 40% and 70% as moisture continues cycling through the region. While severe weather is not expected, thunderstorm activity may bring isolated downpours and lightning through early week.
Commuters should check traffic conditions before heading out Monday and keep headlights on during rain. School buses and early risers should be alert for water pooling on roadways during morning hours.
The weather pattern begins to ease by midweek. Wednesday looks drier, and fall-like temperatures will settle in as October begins. Highs will hover in the low- to mid-70s with partly sunny skies expected to return.
Five-Day Forecast for Raleigh, NC:
- Sunday: High 78°F, 40% chance of thunderstorms by afternoon
- Monday: High 75°F, 70% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms
- Tuesday: High 73°F, 50% chance of scattered showers
- Wednesday: High 74°F, partly cloudy, slight chance of early showers
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 71°F – Fall arrives with drier air
