FORECAST: Excessive heat continues as heat index tops 100 in Charlotte

CHARLOTTE — ABOVE: The latest forecast update from Severe Weather Center 9. To stay on top of changing weather conditions, be sure to download our free WSOC-TV weather app.

FORECAST:

• Excessive heat and humidity will continue to dominate the weather across Charlotte, with heat alerts remaining in effect through Tuesday.
• Temperatures will climb into the mid-90s, while heat index values reach the triple digits.
• The extreme heat is expected to continue through Thursday before a cold front approaches the area.
• The front won’t bring much immediate cooling, but it will stall near Charlotte Friday, bringing more clouds and multiple chances for rain and storms through the weekend.
• That wetter pattern should finally knock temperatures down and provide some relief from the prolonged heat wave.