Near-record heat to start the week; Storms to follow

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First Alert Weather: May 18

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Good morning! Strong high pressure will result in near-record highs through the middle of the week, with highs in the low to mid 90s under sunny skies. Lows will be in the 60s.

The next chance for rain arrives as early as Thursday morning, with the unsettled weather continuing into the rest of the week. The main idea for Thursday will be showers with a few embedded thunderstorms and a few heavy downpours.

The aforementioned frontal boundary will stall to the south, which will drive the continued wet weather Friday. Conditions will remain unsettled through the holiday weekend, with showers and storms around at times. Highs will be in the 80s with lows in the 60s.

Have a good day!
Kweilyn


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