North Carolina – Cool air lingers early this morning, but the shift is already underway. Clear skies give way to sunshine as temperatures climb quickly, turning a brisk start into a springlike afternoon across the Charlotte metro.
Highs surge near 70 degrees today, a dramatic jump from the 30s felt before sunrise. According to the National Weather Service, a warm front sweeping through the Carolinas drives the sudden change. Light winds turn southerly by midday, helping warmth build fast. It stays dry through the daylight hours, making for comfortable travel and outdoor plans.
Clouds increase tonight as moisture returns. Temperatures stay mild, settling in the mid-50s. By Wednesday, rain chances rise, especially during the morning and early afternoon. Spotty showers could dampen roads along I-77, I-85, and Independence Boulevard, briefly slowing commutes. Rain coverage remains limited, but wet pavement and changing visibility are likely.
Skies clear Wednesday night as cooler air slides back in. Lows dip into the mid-30s, a sharp contrast after recent warmth. Thursday brings mostly sunny skies with highs near the upper 50s. The air feels calmer, though the temperature swing keeps winter in the conversation.
By Friday, clouds increase again ahead of another system. Highs reach the mid-50s with dry conditions holding through most of the day. Rain chances grow late Friday night and into Valentine’s Day weekend. Showers become more widespread Saturday and Sunday, which could affect travel and outdoor plans across both Carolinas.
Looking ahead, NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook shows above-normal temperatures returning early next week. That points to another warming stretch from Monday through Saturday, hinting that winter’s grip may continue to loosen.
For now, enjoy today’s warmth, but stay alert for quick changes. February weather rarely stays still.
Did the warm-up catch you off guard this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Charlotte
• Today: Sunny, high near 70
• Wednesday: Chance of rain, high near 67
• Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 57
• Friday: Partly sunny, high near 55
• Saturday: Increasing clouds, chance of rain, high near 54
