Weather forecast for today
Hickory, NC

Today, in Hickory, prepare for afternoon rain showers mixed with occasional thunder and lightning.
With a high probability, light precipitation is predicted. Temperature fluctuations between a blazing 86°F and a pleasant 69.8°F are anticipated.
The maximum heat index, which measures the combined effect of heat and moisture, is computed to be a humid 93.2°F. Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions.
June's usual high of 85.3°F is forecasted to be matched by the day’s maximum temperature.
Sunrise was at 6:07 am and sunset will be at 8:45 pm; the daylight will last for 14h and 38min.

Currently, clear skies and sunshine define today’s fair conditions.
The temperature is a moderately hot 80.6°F, the apparent temperature is slightly different, computed to be a temperate 84.2°F. The current temperature is only a few degrees off the today's maximum of 86°F.

Today, weather will be unstable, and a mix of cloudy, sunny, damp and lightning-active weather is predicted.
Rainfall is anticipated from 3 pm to 5 pm. With moderate precipitation of 0.2", most rainfall is expected at 4 pm.
The temperature will be between the highest temperature of 86°F and the lowest temperature of 75.2°F. The hottest part of the day will be around 2 pm.
The forecasted high will be close to the typical June maximum of 85.3°F. The expected low will be more similar to what’s common in July than the current June average of 63°F.

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