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North Carolina Weather Alert: 71° to 34° Cold Snap Nov. 11-14
Charlotte, NC – Sunshine and temperatures in the lower 70s will make Charlotte feel unusually comfortable for November before a sharp cold snap arrives later this week. By Saturday morning, Nov. 14, t
By Dylan Reeves · 2026-11-08T10:00:52.792Z
Charlotte, NC – Sunshine and temperatures in the lower 70s will make Charlotte feel unusually comfortable for November before a sharp cold snap arrives later this week. By Saturday morning, Nov. 14, temperatures could fall near 34 degrees, bringing the Charlotte metro area close to freezing.
The developing weather shift could produce a 37 degree difference between Wednesday afternoon and early Saturday, making the second half of the week especially important for residents preparing for colder weather.
According to the National Weather Service Greenville Spartanburg office, Charlotte could reach 71 degrees on Veterans Day before temperatures fall into the 50s Friday.
Warm November Weather Before the Change Sunday, Nov. 8, brings sunshine and highs near 65 degrees.
Monday, Nov. 9, looks warmer, with sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 70 degrees.
Tuesday continues the mild stretch, with another high near 70 degrees.
These comfortable afternoons provide an excellent opportunity for residents to finish leaf cleanup, secure outdoor decorations and prepare gardens before colder temperatures arrive.
For now, dry weather remains the dominant pattern.
Veterans Day Could Reach 71 Degrees Wednesday, Nov. 11, currently looks like the warmest day of the week.
Charlotte should see mostly sunny skies and temperatures near 71 degrees.
Wednesday night remains relatively mild, with temperatures falling to approximately 47 degrees.
However, the weather pattern begins changing Thursday.
Rain Chances Increase Thursday, Nov. 12 Thursday brings a 30% chance of rain after 1 p.m., with highs near 66 degrees.
The National Weather Service expects mostly sunny skies before the possibility of afternoon precipitation.
Drivers traveling Interstate 77, Interstate 85 and Interstate 485 could encounter wet pavement if showers develop.
Thursday night temperatures fall near 42 degrees as colder air begins settling into the region.
Temperatures Could Approach Freezing by Saturday Morning Friday, Nov. 13, brings a noticeable cooldown.
Mostly sunny skies remain in the forecast, but afternoon temperatures only reach approximately 58 degrees.
Friday night into Saturday morning, Nov. 14, temperatures could fall near 34 degrees.
That represents a 37 degree difference from Wednesday's expected high of 71 degrees.
Although Charlotte's current forecast does not include an active freeze warning, temperatures approaching freezing could threaten sensitive outdoor plants.
Residents in colder neighborhoods and sheltered locations should monitor updated forecasts.
Saturday afternoon should recover to approximately 55 degrees under sunny skies.
Could Charlotte See Snow Before Thanksgiving? As colder air begins spreading across portions of the eastern United States, early season snow opportunities remain possible farther north.
However, Charlotte's official forecast currently does not indicate snow through Saturday.
The immediate weather story is the significant temperature change rather than winter precipitation.
With Thanksgiving approaching Nov. 26, residents should remain alert for additional cold fronts and changing precipitation patterns.
Charlotte Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, Nov. 9: Sunny and mild, high 70°F; low 41°F. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Sunny, high 70°F; low 45°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Mostly sunny for Veterans Day, high 71°F; low 47°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Mostly sunny with a 30% chance of afternoon rain. High 66°F; low 42°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Mostly sunny and cooler, high 58°F; low 34°F. Saturday, Nov. 14, currently looks sunny, with highs near 55 degrees.
Charlotte's weather will shift from pleasant November warmth to near freezing temperatures in just a few days.
Are you enjoying Charlotte's 70 degree November weather, or ready for colder mornings before Thanksgiving? Tell us what temperatures you're seeing in your neighborhood.