Raleigh, NC – A wave of cooler, drier air has settled over North Carolina, bringing sunny skies and a noticeable drop in temperatures. Residents in Raleigh and surrounding areas should prepare for frosty conditions in the evenings, particularly in outlying regions where patchy frost is expected tonight as temperatures dip into the upper 30s.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, daytime highs on Tuesday will reach the mid-60s, with mostly sunny skies across the region. Clear skies tonight will allow temperatures to drop further, setting the stage for a chilly Wednesday morning. For the next few days, Raleigh can expect crisp autumn weather before a rain system moves in on Thursday.
Here’s a closer look at Raleigh’s five-day weather forecast:
• Wednesday: Sunny and cool, with a high near 58°F. Evening temperatures will fall to around 42°F, with clear skies in the early night and increasing clouds later.
• Thursday: Mostly cloudy with rain likely after 1 p.m. The high will be near 64°F. Calm winds will shift from the east, with a 70% chance of precipitation by nightfall. Rain will continue into Thursday night, possibly producing a quarter-inch of rainfall.
• Friday: Mostly sunny with a high of 63°F. Overnight temperatures will be around 44°F under mostly clear skies.
• Saturday: Sunny and slightly warmer, with a high near 65°F and nighttime lows around 42°F.
• Sunday: Expect partly cloudy skies and a high near 68°F, with temperatures falling to about 46°F by night.
This week’s cooler, drier conditions provide ideal weather for outdoor activities, but residents should be cautious of patchy frost tonight and Thursday’s rain. Commuters are advised to stay informed on local weather updates, particularly as rain may affect road conditions on Thursday afternoon.
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