Scorching heat and pop-up thunderstorms are expected to disrupt weekend plans across central North Carolina, with temperatures reaching near 100°F on Saturday afternoon. The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the weekend, highlighting the risk of heat exhaustion and potential travel hazards due to brief thunderstorms and slick roads.
Heat and Storm Risks for Saturday
On Saturday, mostly sunny skies will give way to a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms starting after 2 p.m. The high temperature will reach around 95°F, but the heat index could make it feel like 100°F, particularly across Wake, Durham, and Orange counties. This combination of heat and humidity could lead to heat exhaustion, so it’s important to limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day…