(PINPOINT WEATHER) — Monday starts off mild across Charlotte with temperatures in the low to mid‑40s before sunrise. Skies are clear early, and even with a light breeze out of the north, the morning feels comfortable for mid‑February. A jacket is still helpful early on, but the warm‑up comes fast on Monday. I’d say we earned it! (Haha)

Friday is the main event. A warm air mass and steady southwest flow are expected to push highs toward 78°F, potentially challenging daily records at Charlotte Douglas. That outlook comes from the National Weather Service, although forecasters caution that earlier rain or more persistent cloud cover could hold temperatures back a bit.

Highs may crack 80° in portions of the WCCB Charlotte viewing area for the first time in three months, but don't expect winter to go down without a fight.

1.5 inches of rain could fall Sunday in the Charlotte area, forecasters say.

Increasing clouds in Charlotte, N.C., with highs near 56°F and light winds; clear skies tonight with temperatures dropping to around 32°F.

Official data showed Charlotte got 1.33 inches of rain on Sunday.