Charlotte, N.C. – Drivers in Charlotte should prepare for slick morning commutes Tuesday as showers and gusty winds move into the region. Travel along I-77, I-85, and I-485 could become hazardous with rain-slicked roads, particularly during rush hour.
According to the National Weather Service, a 30 percent chance of showers develops after 8 a.m. Tuesday, with winds up to 21 mph. While rainfall amounts remain light, even minor showers can create dangerous travel conditions when combined with gusty winds.
Temperatures Tuesday will peak near 71 degrees under mostly cloudy skies. Winds from the north may cause difficult driving for high-profile vehicles. Charlotte-Douglas International Airport could see minor delays if gusts persist into the afternoon.
Monday night stays calm with partly cloudy skies and lows near 62. By Wednesday, conditions improve with highs near 78 and partly sunny skies. Stronger sunshine returns Thursday and Friday with highs in the mid-to-upper 80s, offering a warmer close to the workweek.
Residents should monitor conditions closely and avoid unnecessary travel during Tuesday morning’s rain window. Drivers are urged to slow down, allow extra space, and stay alert for sudden lane changes caused by wet pavement.
The unsettled weather will be brief. Dry skies and rising temperatures dominate mid-to-late week, signaling a taste of summer before a cooler weekend. Additional advisories remain possible if Tuesday’s showers intensify.
Five Day Forecast for Charlotte, N.C.
- Tuesday: Showers possible after 8 a.m., high 71. Gusts up to 21 mph.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, high 78. Low near 62.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 84. Mostly clear at night, low 64.
- Friday: Sunny and warmer, high 88. Low near 64.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 88. Night low near 63.
