Raleigh, North Carolina – Storms may interrupt Saturday afternoon plans in Raleigh as the first wave of summer weather ramps up across North Carolina. A 30% chance of thunderstorms will develop after 2 p.m. Saturday, followed by clearing skies and building heat through the first week of June.
According to the National Weather Service, western Wake County and surrounding areas could see brief but gusty storms Saturday afternoon, especially along US-401 and I-40. Winds may reach up to 26 mph with isolated downpours. Rainfall totals should remain under a tenth of an inch, though pockets of heavier rain are possible. Outdoor activities should be wrapped up by early afternoon, with safer skies returning by evening.
By Sunday, calmer conditions take hold with mostly sunny skies and highs near 80°F. Monday begins a stretch of classic early-summer weather: sunny skies, highs in the low to mid 80s, and low overnight temperatures near 60°F. Tuesday may be the warmest day yet, pushing 88°F under clear skies.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires could linger across central North Carolina early next week, slightly reducing air quality, especially during the morning hours.
Five-Day Summer Preview for Raleigh (June 1–5):
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 80°F
- Monday: Sunny and warm, high near 82°F
- Tuesday: Clear skies, high 88°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 90°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, continued warmth near 89°F
Stay weather-aware Saturday, and be ready for a dry, sunny start to June.
