{"id":2935,"date":"2026-06-13T22:04:32","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T22:04:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/raleighmovingnews.com\/?p=2935"},"modified":"2026-06-13T22:04:32","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T22:04:32","slug":"heat-continues-in-central-nc-for-the-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/raleighmovingnews.com\/?p=2935","title":{"rendered":"Heat continues in central NC for the weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A few communities won the \u201crain lottery,\u201d while most of central North Carolina was left dealing with oppressive heat and humidity on Thursday.<\/p>

Read more Streak of 90-degree days builds in central NC<\/a><\/p>\n

The heat, however, will be the main story once again. Heat index values climbed to 104 degrees at RDU on Thursday afternoon, and similar conditions are expected Friday. Another Heat Advisory has been issued as \u201cfeels-like\u201d temperatures approach 105 degrees. <\/p>\n

Anyone spending extended periods outdoors should drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks in air-conditioned spaces, and avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke can develop quickly, and by the time symptoms become noticeable, dehydration may already be setting in.<\/p>\n

A slight risk is now in place for damaging wind gusts with storms on Friday. Storms will be spotty in coverage, but with high heat and available energy. Storms can produce winds up to 60 mph along with small hail and frequent lightning.<\/p>\n

A boundary sinking south on Friday will provide the best opportunity for a few afternoon showers and thunderstorms, with rain chances around 30 percent. By Saturday, storm development will rely heavily on outflow influences, making any rainfall even more random and isolated. If your neighborhood picks up rain, consider yourself lucky.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The good news is that temperatures should become more manageable next week, with highs closer to 90 degrees instead of the upper 90s and triple digits seen this week.\u00a0<\/p>

Read more Near-record heat continues through the weekend\u00a0in central NC<\/a><\/p>\n