Charlotte, North Carolina – Rain could drench your Memorial Day plans as North Carolina heads into a wet and unsettled stretch starting Sunday. With rain chances climbing to 70% by Monday night in Charlotte, drivers on I-77 and I-85 may face slick roads during the holiday return.
According to the National Weather Service, Charlotte will stay mostly sunny and warm Saturday, reaching 76°F with light southwest winds. Conditions will change by Sunday as a 40% chance of showers develops by afternoon, climbing to a 50% chance overnight. Monday—the Memorial Day holiday—brings a 70% likelihood of rain, with cloudy skies and a high near 77°F.
City crews may be on standby for drainage issues, especially in flood-prone spots across Mecklenburg County. Travelers should plan ahead, check radar apps, and delay outdoor events if possible. Drivers should avoid hydroplaning risks on US-74, I-277, and secondary routes around uptown Charlotte.
The pattern continues into next week. Showers remain likely Monday night into Tuesday (70% chance), with lingering moisture keeping Tuesday and Wednesday mostly cloudy. Daily highs will hover near 80°F through Thursday.
This marks the region’s first stretch of sustained rain in weeks, following a dry start to May. While it’s not a washout, residents should brace for hit-or-miss downpours, especially through Tuesday night.
More updates are expected as the system evolves. A weather alert remains in effect through at least Tuesday evening.
