Charlotte, North Carolina – Thunderstorms are expected to hit Charlotte by late Sunday afternoon, disrupting weekend plans and kicking off a stormy start to the week.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms is forecast for Sunday, mainly after 4 p.m. Heat index values could reach 99°F before clouds and storms develop. Rainfall amounts should remain light, but isolated heavier downpours and gusty winds are possible in thunderstorms.
Sunday night brings a continued chance of thunderstorms (30%) before 8 p.m., with skies gradually clearing and temperatures dipping to the low 70s. The unsettled pattern continues into Monday and Tuesday, with more storm chances and heavy rainfall possible late Tuesday evening (60% chance). Residents should stay weather-aware and avoid outdoor grilling or travel during peak storm windows.
By midweek, drier and sunnier conditions return. Wednesday and Thursday are expected to be mostly sunny with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s, offering a more stable lead-up to Independence Day. July 4th itself looks hot and clear, with sunny skies and a high near 92°F.
Travelers and event planners should monitor updates through Tuesday, especially with potential localized flooding or brief power outages in storm-hit areas.
🔎 Six-Day Charlotte Area Forecast (June 29 – July 4):
- Sunday: High 92°F – Chance of storms after 4 p.m. (30%)
- Monday: High 91°F – Slight chance of storms after 3 p.m.
- Tuesday: High 90°F – Storms possible, especially late (60%)
- Wednesday: High 88°F – Mostly sunny with low rain chance (30%)
- Thursday: High 91°F – Hot and partly sunny
- 4th of July (Friday): Sunny, high near 92°F – Ideal for outdoor celebrations
