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☀️ Prepare to feel the heat

Charlotte’s summer weather forecast
Tubes float on a river beneath a bridge.
You’ll likely find yourself retreating to water to beat the summer heat. | Photo by CLTtoday
Charlotteans — is it just us or is the summer heat on your mind too?

Through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in our city for the remainder of June, July, and August.

Although precise weather conditions cannot be predicted more than a week in advance, we can get close predictions. Here’s a seasonal overview to help you prepare for summer.

By the way, the first day of summer is Thursday, June 20.

A map of the continental United States colored in various shades of red depicting summer heat.

Get ready. Summer 2024 is going to be hot.

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Graphic via Climate Prediction Center

Temperature
Coming in hot. This summer, Charlotte has a 40-50% chance of temperatures being higher than than normal.

Precipitation
Raindrops keep falling on my head. Charlotte has a 40-50% chance of seeing higher than average rainfall this summer.

June
June is the first true month of summer in the city, with the average high temperature soaring to 87.4°F and the average low settling around 66.7°F. The arrival of summer also marks the highest average daylight with 14.5 hours a day

July
Charlotte’s summertime continues to shine in July. It’s the hottest month, with temperatures reaching an average high of 90.7°F and an average low of 70.3°F. People tend to enjoy beach vacations or trips to the nearbymountain regions this month.

August
August is a month with slightly decreasing temperatures and rainfall. The average high temperature remains in the high 80s with 88.7°F, whereas the low temperature records an average of 68.7°F
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Events
Wednesday, June 19
  • Park and Recreation Commission Meeting | Wednesday, June 19 | 11:30 a.m. | Administrative Office Building, 5841 Brookshire Blvd., Charlotte | Free | Join the conversation on personnel, budget, land acquisition, and long-term planning for Mecklenburg Park and Recreation.
  • University City Juneteenth Art Fest | Wednesday, June 19 | 4-8 p.m. | Shoppes at University Place, 8931 JM Keynes Dr., Charlotte | Free | Celebrate culture and creativity with live music, fashion, vendors, and more.
  • Charlotte FC vs. Orlando City SC | Wednesday, June 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium, 800 S. Mint St., Charlotte | $24+ | Bring you jersey and cheer on Charlotte FC as the team competes in Uptown.
Thursday, June 20
  • ArtBreak: Take a Hike! Landscapes to Get Lost In | Thursday, June 20 | 12-12:30 p.m. | The Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S. Tryon St., Charlotte | Free | Break up your workday and get lost in the portraits of the Mint’s collection.
  • North End Farmers Market | Thursday, June 20 | 4-8 p.m. | 1801 N. Graham St., Charlotte | Cost of purchase | Grab fresh produce from local farmers and artisans during this seasonal market.
  • The Vegas Underground Show: A Modern-Day Speakeasy | Thursday, June 20 | 6-10 p.m. | Lenny Boy Brewing, 3000 S. Tryon St., Charlotte | $70-$499 | Experience the magic of Las Vegas for the cabaret spectacle “The Velvet Underground Show” debuting for the first time in Charlotte.
Friday, June 21
  • Ultimate Dinosaurs | Friday, June 21 | 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Discovery Place Science, 301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte | $18-$23 | Journey back from extinction while marveling at 15 life-size dinosaur species, including Giganotosuarus.
  • Camp North End Studio Crawl | Friday, June 21 | 6-9 p.m. | The Boileryard, 300 Camp Rd., Charlotte | Free | Take a self-guided tour of 100 murals + public art installations as Camp North End’s artists open their studio doors.
  • Science on the Rocks | Friday, June 21 | 6-10 p.m. | Discovery Place Science, 301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte | $18-$22 | Grab a cocktail, pet an animal, and get hands-on in the labs at Uptown’s largest recurring social event.
  • Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Stripers | Friday, June 21 | Truist Field, 324 S. Mint St., Charlotte | $18 | Cheer on the Charlotte Knights as they face the Atlanta Braves’ Triple-A affiliate.
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News Notes
Today Is
  • Juneteenth. It is a federal holiday, so expect closures of city and county offices, as well as the US Postal Service. Honor this holiday + celebrate Black culture with the help of our Juneteenth events guide.
Announced
  • Some clucking good news. Bossy Beaulah’s and Roosters will both be opening locations at the Bowl in Ballantyne. Bossy Beaulah’s will open in July, while Roosters will open in August.
Eat
  • Penn Station East Coast Subs is now open in Fort Mill off Highway 160, between Baxter Village and Steele Creek. The food spot will feature the same menu as the one in Rock Hill, offering cold and grilled specialty sub sandwiches. (The Charlotte Observer)
Drink
  • Towel City Tavern has opened at Kannapolis Cannon Ballers’ ballpark. The 8,000-sqft brewpub is located on the ground floor of Stadium Lofts at 126 West Ave. Guests can enjoy beer and barbecue classics. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Shop
  • Nordstrom Rack, the sister brand of Seattle-based department store Nordstrom, is planning to open stores in Mooresville and Matthews in fall 2024 and spring 2025, respectively. The chain is known for selling on-trend clothing, accessories, shoes, and other items at lower prices. (The Charlotte Observer)
Charlottean
  • A Salisbury police officer who saved a baby is now being hailed as a hero. Officer Kenneth Battle-Hay performed CPR and revived a four-week old who wasn’t breathing. The baby is now recovering. (Queen City News)
Listen
  • What stood out at the Carolina Panthers’ mandatory minicamp? Go beyond the field for the biggest stories on the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
    Sports
    • The Charlotte Knights are bringing summer fun to Truist Field. From Tuesday, June 18 to Sunday, June 23, bring the fam for their home games against the Gwinnett Braves, featuring post-game fireworks, giveaways, and a chance to play catch on the field before the game. See the full schedule + snag tickets.*
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    Development

    🚜 It’s a go in the Glen

    City gives go-ahead for Piper Glen development
    An aerial rendering of apartments and town homes surrounded by trees.
    The Charlotte City Council unanimously approved the project near the Four Mile Creek Greenway during Monday’s zoning meeting. | Rendering via RK Investors
    A 53-acre rental community will soon be in development along Rea Road in Piper Glen next to the Four Mile Creek Greenway in south Charlotte.

    The original plan was to build 1,100 homes, but, after months of debate, RK Investors reduced the plan to 566 homes, townhomes, and apartments. The development falls in the district for the new Ballantyne Ridge High School off Johnston Road.

    “I struggled with this one in the beginning, but I’m very happy with the outcome,” said Dimple Ajmera, at-large representative for the City of Charlotte.

    Much of the public opposition surrounded destruction of the natural environment, such as bald eagle nests on the land.

    The project, according to the developer, conserves 17 acres of trees and a 3-acre pond. The developer told WCNC Charlotte a dam would be reconstructed to withstand a 100-year storm.

    A development timeline remains TBA.
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    On Monday, we asked “What’s your favorite thing about going to an NFL game?”
    A rendering of a coach watching the Carolina Panthers practice on an indoor field.

    The indoor field house would house a full-size football field for the Carolina Panthers to practice year round.

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    Rendering via City of Charlotte

    Charlotte City Council unanimously approved the Carolina Panthers’ petition for a redeveloped and expanded Uptown practice facility.

    That led us to find out your favorite part about game day:

    51% — Seeing the Panthers (and/or the visiting team)
    33% — The atmosphere
    14% — Other (Some of you said the fans, prizes, and Sir Purr)
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