More pop-up storms possible; Friday brings the heat

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Similar weather conditions are expected on Friday, with a chance of a pop-up heavy thunderstorm in the afternoon. Any thunderstorm can produce heavy downpours and localized damaging wind gusts. Similar to today, precipitation will gradually come to an end through the evening.

Better chances for precipitation are expected this weekend as an upper-level trough begins to push through the area. Saturday morning looks to remain dry, but as we head into the afternoon, thunderstorms will begin spreading across the region. Given the extra forcing, plentiful moisture, and instability, these thunderstorms will be capable of producing flooding rain and damaging wind gusts. This appears to be the day with the highest risk of flooding, particularly in low-lying and poorly drained urban areas. However, much of the state is still in at least a moderate drought, with central North Carolina in an extreme drought, so any rain will be beneficial.

By Sunday, the boundary will have pushed through the entire area, likely keeping daytime highs under 90 degrees, but it will still be humid, with dew points in the upper 60s at least. It will not be completely dry yet, as there can be a couple of thunderstorms around, mainly near the boundary. Any thunderstorms could cause flash flooding, especially in areas that receive heavy rainfall on Saturday.

The start of the work week looks to remain dry as high pressure begins to move in overhead. This will help bring some relief from the humidity, with daytime highs remaining under 90 degrees.

Have a great evening!

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