Hot, humid weather continues

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Temperatures will drop into the mid 70s across the Triangle tonight, but conditions stay sticky as dew points hold in the lower 70s.

Another warm and humid dayis on tap for Saturday. We still anticipate this Bermuda High to start breaking down, which allows for some upper-level energy to push through later in the day. The HRRR is the most robust model with thunderstorm development, with the timing being late afternoon into the evening. If thunderstorms do develop, they can easily produce quick downpours, given that PWATs will be around 1.75" or more.

Sunday and Monday remain mostly the same in terms of the weather.

Although this Bermuda High does break down slightly, the pattern remains mostly unchanged. The southwest surface flow will keep conditions warm and humid, with the lower 500 mb heights allowing for the chance of some afternoon thunderstorms for each day.

Temperatures will begin to climb early next week, reaching the mid-90s as more sunshine and less convective activity are expected. Much of next week currently looks dry, although we'll need to monitor a weak trough that is expected to develop over the eastern United States, which could allow occasional shortwave impulses to move into the viewing area and bring a few opportunities for thunderstorms.

Have a good weekend!

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