Raleigh, NC – Heavy rain and thunderstorms are set to cause headaches for Raleigh drivers through Thursday, with downpours and lightning likely to disrupt the morning commute and trigger possible road closures.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms will intensify across the Triangle starting before dawn Thursday, with rain chances climbing to 60% by afternoon. Flash flooding is possible in low-lying areas and along major routes like I-40 and I-440, especially during periods of heavy rainfall. Lightning, gusty winds, and ponding on roadways may slow traffic or delay morning bus service. Power outages are possible where storms turn severe.
By Thursday night, storms will persist before gradually tapering off into Friday morning. Nearby communities including Cary, Durham, and Morrisville should prepare for several hours of wet weather and rapidly changing road conditions. Residents are advised to avoid flooded intersections, charge devices, and monitor local alerts for updates or emergency warnings.
Improving conditions are expected late Friday, but isolated showers could linger into the weekend. Another update will follow if advisories are extended.
Five Day Forecast for Raleigh, NC
- Thursday: Thunderstorms and rain likely, high 77°F, rain chance 60%.
- Friday: Showers tapering off, mostly cloudy, high 81°F, rain chance 40%.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, slight chance of showers, high 85°F.
- Sunday: Partly cloudy with afternoon showers possible, high 87°F.
- Monday: More sun, slight storm risk late, high 91°F.
