Charlotte Heat Heightens Into Memorial Day

Charlotte Heat Heightens Into Memorial Day

The city of Charlotte is experiencing a surge in temperatures as Memorial Day weekend approaches, with highs soaring well into the 80s on Saturday despite scattered showers and storms in the region. The heat is expected to continue into Sunday, with temperatures nearing 90°, a level not seen in the area for almost a year.

Severe Weather Alert on Memorial Day

Weather experts are warning residents to stay prepared for the possibility of strong-to-severe storms on Memorial Day Monday. Gusty winds, heavy rainfall, and damaging hail are the primary threats, with a low-risk of tornadoes. While the day won’t be a complete washout, heavy storms are expected to impact the afternoon.

Extended Forecast

• Tonight: A few storms early, then mostly clear. Low: 65°.
• Sunday: Sunny and hot with a high of 90°. A stray storm may develop later in the day.
• Sunday Night: Mild with a chance of a stray storm early, then mostly clear. Low: 70°.
• Monday: Variable clouds with scattered storms in the afternoon. High: 85°.

Cooler Weather Ahead

Following Monday’s storm system, cooler and drier air is expected to move in, bringing temperatures down to the lower 80s on Wednesday and possibly struggling to reach the 70s at the end of the week. This shift in weather pattern comes after a hot and humid weekend.