Near-record heat continues, significant relief in sight
Charlotte may crack the triple digits for a third straight day this afternoon, but a major - and welcome - pattern change lies ahead.
Today's Forecast
Current Conditions
Hourly Forecast
Extended Forecast
Tropical Storm Harold Makes Landfall in Texas
The storm made landfall on Padre Island, TX just after 10am CDT with sustained winds of 50mph.
Code Orange Air Quality Alert Day in Effect for Parts of the Region
A Code Orange Air Quality Alert is in effect for Mecklenburg and Cabarrus Counties until 8pm Monday
Heating Up in the Tropics
There are now three tropical storms in the Atlantic with two other areas being watched for potential development this week.
NWS Confirms Tornado In Avery County
The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down in Avery County early Tuesday morning.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Tuesday for Parts of the Region
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for most of the Piedmont through 9pm.
Heat Advisory In Effect Parts Of The Piedmont Tuesday
A Heat Advisory is in effect for parts of the area on Tuesday as "feels like" temperatures could reach 105°+
Monday Was The Hottest Day So Far This Year In Charlotte
Charlotte reached 96° on Monday making it the hottest day so far this year. The heat index topped out at 106°.
Heat Advisory in Effect for Parts of the Region Monday
A heat advisory is in effect until 8pm as heat indices soar near 105 Monday afternoon.
