CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It's an active weekend in Charlotte with numerous events and inclement weather. Be mindful of the weather situation as you attend the Lovin' Life Concert, the Charlotte Knights, Charlotte FC all happening Uptown.
Stay weather aware this weekend as thunderstorms could produce life-threatening lightning and localized flooding during these popular outdoor events.
Any thunderstorm could be a hindrance to outdoor events and has already prompted the cancelation of the popular South Carolina Strawberry Festival in Fort Mill.
This evening
Some dry periods from the heavy rain as we approach the evening, but a couple more storms are possible around dinner time. Lightning is the biggest concern, so be weather aware and know where you would go in the event you hear thunder.
Meanwhile, temperatures will remain the 60s and 70s during the evening hours.
Sunday
Another round of scattered storms early Sunday morning before sunrise. Sunday is trending much drier into midday through the afternoon with a slight chance for showers and storms by late afternoon and evening. Temperatures are expected to top out near 80. Stay weather aware Sunday for any pop-up storm.
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Next Week
Showers and storms are expected to carry over into Monday with several storms possible during the evening commute. Some areas could experience localized flooding as the area continues to accumulate rainfall. Looking beyond Monday, much drier conditions into midweek and temperatures will top out near 90.
Pollen Report
Tree pollen is the main cause of high pollen levels this time of year, but will slowly decrease throughout the month of May.
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