FORECAST: Heat, humidity build ahead of holiday weekend storms

WEDNESDAY: The heat and humidity will both climb a bit more Thursday, and that may lead to a few more storms popping up by the afternoon.

The best chance for rain remains in the mountains and foothills, but one or two storms will make a run into the metro area. High temperatures will warm into the mid-to-upper 80s.

Unhealthy air quality conditions through Wednesday afternoon

THURSDAY & FRIDAY: Above average temperatures will continue for the second half of the work week, with highs in the mid-80s.

Humidity will continue to rise, making conditions feel a tad uncomfortable for those outside for longer periods of time. Rain chances also increase, with a few scattered showers possible throughout the Carolinas.

SOGGY HOLIDAY WEEKEND: The holiday weekend may start out dry on Saturday before a coastal storm gets closer to the Carolinas.

Rain chances start to go up on Sunday, with scattered downpours returning. A better shot for wet weather is likely on Memorial Day. It doesn’t look like a washout altogether at this point, just scattered activity.

For those traveling to the coast this weekend, plan on the rain as well.