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North Carolina Weather: Mild Halloween, Clocks Fall Back Sunday Nov 1
Charlotte, NC – Charlotte residents can expect a mostly sunny and mild final week of October, with temperatures potentially reaching 78 degrees Friday before Halloween weekend and the end of daylight
By Wesley Grant · 2026-10-26T08:19:12.979Z
Charlotte, NC – Charlotte residents can expect a mostly sunny and mild final week of October, with temperatures potentially reaching 78 degrees Friday before Halloween weekend and the end of daylight saving time Sunday, November 1. A chance of showers arrives alongside the clock change, although much of the week is expected to remain dry.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville Spartanburg, South Carolina, Charlotte's forecast calls for sunshine and afternoon temperatures generally ranging from 72 to 78 degrees through the workweek. Rain chances increase Sunday, when precipitation probabilities reach 40% as temperatures settle near 73 degrees.
Monday, October 26, begins with sunny skies and a high near 72 degrees. North northeast winds of 3 to 5 mph are expected, followed by mostly clear skies and overnight temperatures near 45 degrees.
Tuesday brings another sunny afternoon, with temperatures climbing to approximately 75 degrees. Wednesday remains mostly sunny, with highs near 72 degrees before temperatures begin rising again toward the end of the week.
Thursday, October 29, brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 74 degrees. Friday could become the warmest day of the forecast period, with sunshine and temperatures reaching 78 degrees.
Halloween arrives Saturday, October 31, with partly sunny skies and a high near 76 degrees. Mostly cloudy conditions are expected Saturday night, with temperatures falling toward 55 degrees. The supplied forecast does not indicate a significant rainfall threat for Halloween activities.
Sunday, November 1, brings partly sunny skies, a high near 73 degrees and a 40% chance of showers. Residents planning outdoor activities should monitor updated forecasts for changes in rainfall timing.
Daylight saving time also ends Sunday at 2 a.m., when clocks move backward one hour to 1 a.m. as North Carolina returns to Eastern Standard Time. Most smartphones adjust automatically, although traditional clocks and household appliances may require manual changes.
Sunrise and sunset will occur approximately one hour earlier by the clock, bringing darker evenings for Charlotte area commuters and families.
For now, Charlotte's immediate forecast favors several pleasant afternoons before Halloween weekend gives way to an increasing chance of showers Sunday.
Charlotte Five Day Weather Forecast Monday, October 26: Sunny, with a high near 72°F. North northeast winds 3 5 mph. Mostly clear Monday night, with a low around 45°F and calm winds.
Tuesday, October 27: Sunny, with a high near 75°F. Calm winds becoming northeast around 5 mph during the afternoon. Mostly clear Tuesday night, with a low around 47°F.
Wednesday, October 28: Mostly sunny, with a high near 72°F. Mostly cloudy Wednesday night, with a low around 52°F.
Thursday, October 29: Mostly sunny, with a high near 74°F. Mostly clear Thursday night, with a low around 51°F.
Friday, October 30: Sunny, with a high near 78°F. Partly cloudy Friday night, with a low around 54°F.
Saturday, October 31 — Halloween: Partly sunny, with a high near 76°F. Mostly cloudy Saturday night, with a low around 55°F.
Sunday, November 1 — Daylight Saving Time Ends: Partly sunny, with a high near 73°F and a 40% chance of showers. Clocks move backward one hour at 2 a.m. local time, returning to 1 a.m. as Eastern Standard Time begins. Charlotte residents gain an extra hour overnight, while sunset occurs approximately one hour earlier by the clock.
November 2 8 NOAA Extended Outlook NOAA's Climate Prediction Center favors above normal temperatures across Charlotte and much of the North Carolina Piedmont during November 2 8, suggesting the relatively mild conditions expected through Halloween weekend could continue into the first full week of November.
Above normal precipitation is also favored across the Charlotte area, although the outlook does not establish specific rainfall totals, daily precipitation probabilities or the timing of individual weather systems.
The agency's separate November 2 8 hazard outlooks identify slight risks of high winds, heavy precipitation and heavy mountain snow primarily across portions of the western and central United States. Charlotte is not included in those highlighted slight risk areas.
Although showers are possible Sunday, the supplied NOAA guidance does not establish a significant storm, accumulating snowfall or damaging wind event affecting Charlotte during November 2 8.
Residents should continue monitoring National Weather Service Greenville Spartanburg forecasts, particularly regarding Sunday's 40% shower chance and potential changes heading into early November.