CHARLOTTE, N.C. —
Today
Sunny and unseasonably warm today with afternoon temperatures in the upper 80s to near 90°. The record high today is 93°, set in 1896. It will be mostly clear tonight with lows in the low 60s.
Friday
No break in the warmth on Friday even as rain returns to the region. Highs will range in the mid 80s. A few showers and thunderstorms are possible in the afternoon. Some could become strong to severe with the highest risk gusty winds.
Weekend Forecast
Saturday will be the last day of the week with above-average temperatures. Highs will be in the upper 70s to near 80. There's also a chance of showers and a few thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening.
Sunday will be cloudy and cool day with scattered showers. Highs will only be in the mid 60s. Showers are also possible Sunday night into early Monday morning.
Pollen Report
The pollen count continues to be very high across the region. Tree pollen is the main cause of high pollen levels for mid-April before these numbers eventually taper off by mid-late May.
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