FORECAST: Charlotte could tie decades-old record with streak of 100-degree heat

ABOVE: The latest forecast update from Severe Weather Center 9. To stay on top of changing weather conditions, be sure to download our free WSOC-TV weather app.

FORECAST:

  • The heat continues to build as we head to the weekend.
  • Highs in the mid to upper 90s today will feel over 100 with the heat index.
  • Then we get into the major heat this weekend.
  • Temps climb to 100° and the heat index values could exceed 105°.
  • Heat advisories will be in place through the weekend and into next week.
  • This may end up being the longest stretch of 100s Charlotte has seen in nearly 40 years.
  • Little to no chance for rain other than mountain downpours the next several days….

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