Raleigh, North Carolina – Extreme heat continues to grip central North Carolina as an Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect through 8 p.m. Wednesday, with heat index values reaching up to 110°F.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, dangerously high temperatures and humidity will persist across the eastern Piedmont and Coastal Plain. Cities impacted include Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Fayetteville, with peak heat expected between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. Wednesday. Air conditioning, hydration, and shade are essential. Limit outdoor activities, especially for children, older adults, and those with health conditions.
Residents in Wake, Orange, Johnston, and Cumberland Counties should take extra care. Avoid leaving children or pets in cars. Power grids may also be strained—consider charging devices early and conserving energy during peak hours.
Scattered thunderstorms are possible late Wednesday afternoon and evening, offering brief relief but increasing the chance of localized flooding or lightning. Rain chances rise to 40% Wednesday night.
🔎 Five-Day Forecast for Central North Carolina (June 24–June 29):
- Tuesday (June 24): High near 102°F, mostly sunny. Heat index up to 110°F.
- Wednesday (June 25): High near 100°F, slight chance of storms after 11 a.m.
- Thursday (June 26): High near 95°F, mostly sunny with isolated storms possible after 2 p.m.
- Friday (June 27): High near 94°F, mostly sunny, slight breeze.
- Saturday (June 28): High near 96°F, hot and mostly sunny.
- Sunday (June 29): High near 96°F, continued heat with PM thunderstorm chances (30%).
