Tuesday gives us a little bit of a breather. Most communities will stay dry for much of the day, although we can't completely rule out an isolated afternoon shower. The bigger story will once again be the heat. Afternoon highs climb into the mid-90s, and with all that humidity hanging around, it'll feel more like the lower 100s.
Sunday looks very similar, although storm coverage will be more widespread as the front lingers nearby. Expect another warm and humid start with temperatures climbing into the lower 90s during the afternoon.
Friday is shaping up to be another scorcher and our hottest day of the week. Expect plenty of sunshine from start to finish with afternoon temperatures climbing to near 100°. Add in the increasing humidity, and it'll feel more like 105 degrees during the hottest part of the afternoon. If you're planning to spend any time outdoors, take frequent breaks, drink plenty of water, and try to avoid strenuous activities.
Thursday & Friday: Get ready for the hottest stretch of the forecast. Sunshine will be in full force both days, sending afternoon temperatures soaring into the mid-90s, with many communities reaching mid to upper 90s.
Wednesday marks a noticeable change in our weather pattern. A strong area of high pressure will build across the Southeast, bringing plenty of sunshine and dry conditions. Afternoon temperatures will climb back to the low 90s, and that's just the beginning of a warming trend that lasts through the weekend.
Tuesday morning starts with a few lingering showers and cloudy skies until early afternoon. By the afternoon, sunshine will become much more common, and you'll definitely notice the difference. Highs will reach the low 70s in the mountains and the mid to upper 80s across the Piedmont with dry air moving back in.
Thursday brings another hot summer day with highs climbing into the mid 90s, and once you add in the humidity, it’ll feel more like the low 100s during the afternoon. Heat index values could easily push 102 to 104 degree range.
Wednesday looks very similar, with lots of sunshine, highs in the mid 90s, and another day of dangerous heat. It’ll feel closer to 103 to 104 degrees during the hottest part of the afternoon. There may be a stray pop-up storm late in the day, but the chance is low and most of the area will stay dry.
Monday brings another steamy afternoon with temperatures climbing into the mid 90s. When you add in the humidity, it’ll still feel close to 100 degrees at times, so it’s definitely another day to take it easy if you’re spending time outside. The big difference is that scattered thunderstorms are expected to fire up later this afternoon and continue into the evening. Some of those storms could pack a punch with torrential rain, gusty winds, and frequent lightning. The timing won’t be the same for everyone, though. Some spots may catch a storm before dinner, while others may stay dry until later tonight.
The Fourth of July weekend forecast is looking dangerously hot across the Carolinas, with several days near 100°, heat index values near 105 to 108 degrees, and very little relief in sight.
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