Raleigh, NC – Central North Carolina will kick off the new week with heat and sunshine, but a welcome cool-down is on the way. Drivers along I-40 and U.S. 64 could face sun glare during the Monday morning and evening commutes as highs climb near 87 degrees. Anyone heading out should plan for hydration breaks and limit time outdoors during peak afternoon hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, Monday will stay mostly sunny with light northwesterly winds around 3 to 6 mph. Skies turn partly cloudy overnight with lows dipping near 65. By Tuesday, highs fall slightly into the lower 80s, and a gradual shift toward cooler, drier air will bring noticeable relief by midweek.
Raleigh, Cary, and Durham residents will notice the change most strongly by Wednesday, when temperatures hold near 79 degrees under clear skies. Morning lows will sink into the upper 50s, a rare late-August cool down for the Triangle. Outdoor plans midweek look ideal, though drivers should still expect bright morning sun on eastbound commutes.
By Thursday, partly sunny skies return with highs near 80, a comfortable stretch for late August. The pattern holds into the weekend, with highs in the low 80s and mostly dry conditions favoring outdoor festivals, high school football games, and backyard gatherings.
Officials recommend residents continue to monitor daily forecasts, stay weather-aware during commutes, and prepare for sudden glare or reduced visibility. No severe storms are expected through the upcoming week.
Five Day Forecast for Raleigh, NC
- Monday: Sunny, high near 87. Low 65.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 82. Low 62.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 79. Low 59.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 80. Low 61.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 81. Low 61.
