Live Radar | First Alert Day: Strong Storm Risk

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- First Alert Day: Strong storms are possible Tuesday afternoon as a cold front moves across North Carolina.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is now in effect until 8pm for the following counties in Central NC: Wake, Granville, Vance Warren, Johnston, Harnett, Cumberland, Sampson, Franklin, North Hampton, Halifax, Nash, Edgecombe, Wilson, Wayne... and Mecklenburg Co. Virginia.

Storms are expected in Central NC this afternoon, bringing locally heavy downpours and gusty winds. As the line moves east of I95, some intensification is possible, including a low-end risk for a brief tornado. The main threat, though, is damaging winds (up to 60 mph).

Skies clear out tonight with a big drop in humidity.

Wednesday starts pleasantly and turns into a fantastic afternoon with highs in the mid to upper 80s. Makes some plans outdoors!

Heat builds again on Thursday, followed by a hot Friday with an evening storm risk. Highs will range from the low to mid-90s both days.

The heat sticks around this weekend with late-day storm chances each afternoon/evening. Highs will be in the upper half of the 90s.

Have a great day!
Cruz Medina