Tuesday's Climate Stats pic.twitter.com/Jr1792eKYr

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 18, 2021

🥵Temperatures will again be above average tomorrow. Warm temperatures and humid air will lead to heat index values over 100 degrees with some locations briefly reaching 105! The #Triad may get some nice relief from the heat as showers will move in during the early evening. #NCwx pic.twitter.com/heEAbfSqMq

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 18, 2021

Hot and humid today with highs in the 90s and heat index values around 100 degrees across much of central NC! #ncwx pic.twitter.com/qhwqXAfPqy

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 19, 2021

Life-threatening rip currents are possible Fri. through the weekend as #Henri passes offshore.

* If you plan on visiting the beaches follow guidance from local beach officials
* If you see someone in distress contact a lifeguard or 911
* Never enter the surf without flotation! pic.twitter.com/grbNt27jXq

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 18, 2021

Wednesday's Climate Stats pic.twitter.com/SXkvbf7kvb

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 19, 2021

Excessive rainfall is possible across central NC today. The highest risk will be across the Coastal Plain. #ncwx pic.twitter.com/JwkYEcnixV

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 20, 2021

Thursday's Climate Stats pic.twitter.com/B7piA1baD6

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 20, 2021

A Special Weather Statement for a storm east of Boiling Spring Lake includes Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Hazards include winds up to 30 mph and frequent lightning. Remember that lightning can strike well away from where it is actually raining!

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 20, 2021

Friday's Climate Stats pic.twitter.com/wYKvtkEioF

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 21, 2021

Tropical Storm Henri will pass off the NC coast today. There is a high rip current risk, so if you're heading to the beach, STAY OUT OF THE WATER!!! #ncwx pic.twitter.com/RVKrouXBwZ

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 21, 2021

Large swells from TS #Henri are causing life-threatening rip currents along NC beaches! Before heading to the beach, make sure to check out our neighboring office's @NWSWilmingtonNC and @NWSMoreheadCity beach forecasts at:https://t.co/Okw1ih7wsd.
andhttps://t.co/9R7RWqC4Su https://t.co/bRTL2PSdR1

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 21, 2021

Here are the 5 PM EDT Key Messages for Hurricane #Henri. Dangerous storm surge inundation & Tropical Storm conditions expected to begin late tonight. A Hurricane Warning remains in effect for parts of Long Island, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.

Latest: https://t.co/tjXFlIdFDP pic.twitter.com/OPyox1GlQY

— National Hurricane Center (@NHC_Atlantic) August 21, 2021

Saturday's Climate Stats pic.twitter.com/jFNopfeELW

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 22, 2021

Scattered showers & storms are possible today. The best chance for rain will be across the south & southeast parts of the state. Heavy downpours will be possible in the heavier storms. Motorists should slow down on wet roads & never drive through flooded areas. #ncwx pic.twitter.com/msr6NiTQ5q

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 22, 2021

caryking said:

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My daughter lives in NYC. She is going to get wiped out with rain!

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Glasswolf said:

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caryking said:

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My daughter lives in NYC. She is going to get wiped out with rain!

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I hope and pray this doesn't turn into another super storm sandy. Praying that your daughter and everyone else gets thru this safely

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A man gets knocked over by the wind while trying to take pictures of #Henri in Narragansett, RI. #wcvb Video by: @Bobbynewsphotog pic.twitter.com/uHUmef2tkR

— David Bienick (@BienickWCVB) August 22, 2021

Sunday's Climate Stats pic.twitter.com/Lo7F8PDdWR

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 23, 2021

Look for a mostly dry Monday, before a brief wet trend comes into play Tuesday and Wednesday. Forecast looks to dry out towards the end of the work week. Have a wonderful week, everyone! pic.twitter.com/ZAKIhI7mxx

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 23, 2021

Monday #ncwx update:
• Get ready for a hot & humid week. Heat index values will peak at 100-104 °F for portions of the Piedmont & Coastal Plain Tuesday.
• Chances of isolated evening storms will increase through Wednesday.
• Dangerous rip currents will linger through mid-week. pic.twitter.com/pALHK1rURz

— NC Emergency Management (@NCEmergency) August 23, 2021

Very muggy weather is forecast today, with a chance for showers and thunderstorms across all locations this afternoon. pic.twitter.com/IvYMdmA1GY

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 24, 2021

How are we doing on 90 degree days this year? @EdMatthews2 tweeted this morning that Greensboro has had 23 90-degree days this year, with an average year having 33. By comparison, @katcampbellwx tweeted yesterday that RDU has had 44 90-degree days (the average is 52).

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 24, 2021

Monday's Climate Stats pic.twitter.com/5Z8abOwNS8

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 24, 2021

Wolfer79 said:

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How are we doing on 90 degree days this year? @EdMatthews2 tweeted this morning that Greensboro has had 23 90-degree days this year, with an average year having 33. By comparison, @katcampbellwx tweeted yesterday that RDU has had 44 90-degree days (the average is 52).

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 24, 2021

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Typical late summer weather is expected across the Carolinas today with high humidity and scattered thunderstorms possible. Better rain chances will develop tonight into Wednesday #ncwx #scwx pic.twitter.com/KaEXcLpKO8

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 24, 2021

• Hot and humid conditions will persist into the weekend, with heat index values reaching the high 90s - low 100s for much of the eastern Piedmont and Coastal Plain. If working outside, take frequent breaks and drink plenty of water! pic.twitter.com/kAC9PTaZ0h

— NC Emergency Management (@NCEmergency) August 24, 2021

Highs today will be a few degrees hotter than normal, with heat indices reaching 95-100F. Today will have the highest shower and storm chances of any day this week, with the greatest chance south of Highway 64. #ncwx pic.twitter.com/pzAka2OZFq

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 25, 2021

Although the radar's showing dry weather right now, expect scattered showers & t-storms to pop up later today. Some of the storms across the Pee Dee region of South Carolina could produce gusty winds this afternoon. #ncwx #scwx pic.twitter.com/btldEDT79y

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 25, 2021

Another warm day tomorrow with an extended stretch of above-normal temperatures coming this weekend into early next week. We can't rule our a storm or two during the afternoon, but most should stay dry. #ncwx #scwx pic.twitter.com/9IS2G18KKk

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 25, 2021

Highs will be a few degrees above normal again today, with the heat index reaching 95-100F. The Triad could see a stray shower or storm, but otherwise the rest of central NC will be dry. It'll stay hot and humid through the weekend with very low shower/storm chances. #ncwx pic.twitter.com/vRcNexWHs4

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 26, 2021

Here is a nice visual example of the very isolated nature of summer time "pop-up" storms. You can even see the @RDUAirport in the rain free hole between #Durham and #Raleigh! #NCwx

*Image from MRMS Viewer courtesy of @NOAANSSL pic.twitter.com/saheoibAzx

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 26, 2021

Wednesday's Climate Stats pic.twitter.com/LZp9Uk9YCR

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 26, 2021

🥵warm and ☀️sunny today with highs in the 90s and heat indices in the upper 90s. Stay hydrated if working outside. #NCwx pic.twitter.com/jvx3Wk9ODv

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) August 27, 2021

Thursday's Climate Stats pic.twitter.com/hGGXRiwD72

— NWS Wilmington NC (@NWSWilmingtonNC) August 27, 2021