This news article reports that cold temperatures will persist until Sunday, followed by a rainy and warm week ahead. Sunday is expected to be very cold and less windy, with freezing temperatures in the morning and highs reaching the mid to upper 30s in the afternoon. However, a gradual shift to more seasonable weather is projected for Sunday night into Monday, with temperatures steadily improving throughout the week. On Monday, the weather is expected to be partly cloudy and chilly, with more mild conditions for January, including highs in the upper 40s.
As the week progresses, chances for rain will return by Tuesday, with a 30% chance of drizzle and temperatures near average, ranging from the 30s to 50s. A series of rainy days is forecasted beginning on Wednesday, with a steady stream of warm, moist air that will elevate temperatures to the 50s and mid-upper 60s. However, the trade-off will be persistent rain, with a high chance of rain between 70% and 80% for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Additionally, isolated storms are possible, but severe weather is not expected. Overall, 2-4 inches of rain are anticipated from Wednesday through Friday. People are encouraged to track interactive radar, check for the latest alerts in their area, and watch live skycams from around the Carolinas. They can also access their hour-by-hour and extended forecast to stay informed about the weather conditions.