UPDATE: Residents in Raleigh, NC, are grappling with dense fog and persistent rain this morning, causing low visibility and heightened safety concerns. The National Weather Service (NWS) has reported a staggering 100% humidity, with rain expected to continue through this afternoon before tapering off.
According to the NWS, rainfall could accumulate between 0.5 to 0.75 inches before the rain subsides, mainly before 2 p.m. Temperatures are hovering around 47 degrees, with winds shifting from north to west later in the day. As conditions improve, skies are set to clear tonight, but temperatures will plummet to around 29 degrees.
Looking ahead, Wednesday is forecasted to bring a welcome change with sunny skies and a high near 48 degrees. Residents can expect a chilly night with temperatures dropping to around 30 degrees.
However, weather patterns are set to shift again as rain returns by Friday afternoon, presenting a 60% chance of precipitation and a high near 41 degrees. Friday night promises to be cloudy with a significant 70% chance of rain and lows around 34 degrees. The wet weather is expected to linger into the weekend, although conditions will gradually improve, with Sunday predicted to be mostly sunny.
As Raleigh navigates these fluctuating weather conditions, residents are urged to stay updated on the latest forecasts and take necessary precautions, especially with visibility challenges due to fog.
For now, relief is on the horizon with clearer skies predicted midweek, but residents should prepare for changing conditions as the week progresses. Stay tuned for further updates as the weather unfolds.
