Charlotte, NC – Drivers and residents along the I-85 corridor in Charlotte and across the Upstate face another round of soaking rain and renewed flash flood risks through early Wednesday morning. Downpours are set to move through areas already saturated by 2 to 5 inches of rain, leading to a heightened chance for isolated flash flooding in low-lying neighborhoods and along busy roadways.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, scattered showers and storms will linger into the morning, especially south of I-85. The heaviest rainfall is expected to fall before noon, with additional isolated pockets possible through the afternoon. Travel delays and standing water are likely for Charlotte, Gastonia, and Spartanburg, as well as smaller communities along the I-85 corridor. Roadways like Wilkinson Boulevard and Freedom Drive may see hazardous conditions during the morning commute. Emergency officials urge drivers to avoid flooded streets, keep mobile devices charged, and check local alerts for any closures.
A gradual drying trend is expected late Wednesday into Thursday, with only a slight chance for lingering showers. Drier weather should return by the weekend, but any additional rainfall could quickly renew flood concerns.
Stay tuned for further advisories—flood watches and alerts remain in effect through Wednesday morning.
Five Day Forecast for Charlotte, NC:
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, slight chance of showers, high 78°F.
- Friday: Partly sunny, slight chance of showers, high 80°F.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, chance showers late, high 81°F.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 84°F.
- Monday: Partly sunny, 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, high 86°F.
