Strong Storms Possible for the Morning Commute
Early to Late Morning:
- Widespread rain and storms this AM — Severe Threat Level = 2 (out of 5)
- Biggest Concern = damaging wind, localized flooding
- Other Threats = up to quarter-sized hail and isolated tornadoes
- Storms arrive in the mountains by 5-7am
- Storms arrive in the Charlotte Metro area by the AM Commute 7-10am
- Morning severe threat ends by 11am – noon
Late Afternoon – Early Evening:
- Another round of strong to severe storms might develop later today
- However, AM storms & cloud cover may inhibit PM storms
- Damaging wind, isolated tornadoes = biggest concern
- However, AM storms & cloud cover may inhibit PM storms
Weekend – Early Next Week:
Another round of storms is possible Friday as another piece of energy swings into the area. Highs will reach the upper 80s Friday. This weekend temps will jump into the mid 90s after a warm front lifts across the region. It will feel well into the triple digits by Sunday afternoon. Pulse afternoon storms possible. A cold front arrives Monday. Severe threat possible once again and will need to be monitored. Rain and storm chances will be minimal Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the low 90s.
