Wednesday marks the beginning of a more active weather pattern, with showers and thunderstorms becoming widespread during the afternoon and evening, especially across the mountains and foothills.
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The Heat Isn’t Done Yet: Holiday Weekend Forecast for the Foothills
Here’s the scoop on the scorching heat gripping the Foothills this Independence Day weekend. Temperatures are climbing into the 90s, with humidity making it feel like 100-105 degrees. Stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade, and check on vulnerable neighbors. This intense heat won’t last forever, but we’ll still be in for some warm days next week.
Heat Builds This Week, But a Historic Heat Wave Is Looking Less Likely
The Foothills are bracing for an intense heat wave this week as a strong high-pressure ridge sweeps in, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s. While the forecast suggests lower humidity, it’s still crucial to take precautions like staying hydrated, avoiding strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, and never leaving pets or children in parked vehicles.
Dangerous Heat Building This Week as Storm Chances Shift Back to the Mountains
Prepare for a scorching heat wave as temperatures soar into the mid-90s and potentially hit 100 degrees.
Dangerous heat expected across the Carolinas for 4th of July Week
Good Saturday morning…by the time you are likely reading this. The major weather story developing is the anticipated heat wave that will develop across the Eastern US next week. A sprawling area of high pressure will settle in and be quite strong. Temperatures in the lower 90’s this weekend will become mid-and-upper 90’s by midContinue reading “Dangerous heat expected across the Carolinas for 4th of July Week”
Showers and Storms Return: Derecho for Western NC Saturday?
Stay updated on the weather forecast for the foothills of western North Carolina. Expect scattered showers and thunderstorms starting Friday afternoon, with the potential for stronger storms on Saturday. Stay dry and prepared for the hot, muggy weather ahead.
Hot 48 hours coming up, some records are at risk. Active storms expected this weekend
Good Tuesday afternoon to everyone, late summer weather can feature some wild swings. Last week we have cool mornings and comfortable afternoons, this week we are looking at high heat and then the chance for thunderstorms. High pressure aloft is moving east today and will establish itself overhead the Southeast U.S. during the next 48Continue reading “Hot 48 hours coming up, some records are at risk. Active storms expected this weekend”
Summer’s Last Stand?: Above Normal Temperatures to Build Next 7 Days
Lead Forecaster Daniel Crawley Good Thursday afternoon to everyone, a couple days ago we had a blog piece “Lazy Hazy Days of Late August” where we went into detail about how things may warm up here in the last week of the month. Confidence on that is increasing daily that we will see another warmContinue reading “Summer’s Last Stand?: Above Normal Temperatures to Build Next 7 Days”
Hotter, Somewhat Drier Start to August
Lead Forecaster Daniel Crawley Good Monday evening to everyone, a new month is here and we are throwing a few changes into the weather pattern. First off the active last seven days brought a lot of rain to some in the region, we’ll have more on that in a separate blog post tomorrow. But anywayContinue reading “Hotter, Somewhat Drier Start to August”
Unsettled Workweek Ahead For The Western Carolinas
Lead Forecaster Daniel Crawley Good Sunday evening to everyone, hope your weekend has been a great one. We are about to begin a new week but unfortunately the stout heat and stifling humidity is going nowhere. What will be happening is an increased chance for afternoon and evening thunderstorms. An elongated trough over the northernContinue reading “Unsettled Workweek Ahead For The Western Carolinas”