North Carolina Weather: Rising Rain Chances This Workweek, Here’s When to Expect Showers
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Sunshine and low humidity will dominate North Carolina’s weekend weather, but by early next week, conditions will shift as clouds build and rain chances rise across the state.
Clouds and Showers Likely By Midweek
Highs in the lower 80s are expected Sunday and Monday, with dry air keeping things comfortable. By late Monday, however, residents across the Piedmont Triad and Foothills may notice humidity creeping back along with heavier cloud cover.
Forecasters say umbrellas may be needed Tuesday and Wednesday, as a coastal low pressure system could move inland. If the system tracks far enough west, it could bring scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms to central North Carolina.
Models Show Different Outcomes
Forecast models remain divided on rainfall totals. The European model (ECMWF) suggests measurable rainfall across the Piedmont, with some areas seeing 0.50 to 1 inch of rain. Meanwhile, the GFS model shows a drier outcome, projecting lighter totals closer to 0.20 inches in the Triad.
Eastern areas are more likely to see heavier rain, while the western Foothills and Mountains could miss out if the low does not push far enough inland.
September’s Wetter Pattern
September is typically one of the wettest months in the Triad, often influenced by active tropical systems in the Atlantic. Meteorologists are monitoring a tropical wave that could develop into Tropical Storm Gabrielle, though its track remains uncertain.
For now, conditions remain mild, but storm activity later this week could be a reminder of how quickly the weather shifts during the peak of hurricane season.
North Carolina residents may need to keep umbrellas handy as the week unfolds. Are you preparing for midweek showers or hoping the system shifts away? Share your plans in the comments and continue the conversation at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
