Today's (Monday's) forecast high looks to be in the mid-90s, with those readings likely to be repeated Tuesday. The National Weather Service's Heat Risk page has Mecklenburg County in the "Major" impact category both days. As a result heat safety practices will be important:
Today and tomorrow will feature sunny skies and southwesterly winds, both of which are factors contributing to this heat. Overnight temperatures will only fall into the upper 60s at most sites, an indication that humidity levels are also increasing. These conditions are typical of mid-summer, but given that the first half of May has been relatively cool this surge of early season heat and humidity will stress people and animals.
Relief is on the way Wednesday night in the form of a cold front. That boundary will stall nearby for several days, fostering showers and thunderstorms which should bring much-needed rain for the area. Until then think cool thoughts!
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