Half-inch rain ends dry spell

Rainfall totals of about 0.5 inches are expected for the Piedmont region. This precipitation will end a dry streak lasting more than 21 days. The last substantial rain in the Carolinas fell from the remnants of Hurricane Isaias.

Dry conditions will persist in Charlotte through Wednesday daytime. Temperatures will rise to the mid-70s under cloudy skies. Showers will first impact the North Carolina mountains and foothills on Wednesday afternoon and into the early evening hours.

Precipitation will move eastward across the county on Wednesday night. Off-and-on showers will continue through Thursday and Thursday night. Residents should keep umbrellas available throughout Thursday, although the day will not be a total washout.

Friday morning presents the highest probability for thunderstorms. The current atmospheric setup does not strongly favor a severe weather threat. The First Alert Weather team will monitor the latest trends for changes.

Rainfall amounts will vary by location. The Piedmont will receive approximately half an inch of rain. Areas in the foothills and mountains are expected to accumulate close to one inch. Cooler air will follow the storm system out of the region for the weekend.

High temperatures on Saturday and Sunday will reach the mid to upper 60s. Overnight lows will stay mostly in the 40s. Dry weather will persist into the first half of the following week. Temperatures will trend slightly above average, reaching the upper 60s and low 70s.