Al Conklin

Charlotte

Meteorologist at WBTV-TV (Charlotte, NC)

One-time Chinese restaurant dish-washer, now Chief Meteorologist, WBTV Charlotte.

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Live stream: Tracking weekend storm chances on ‘The First Alert’

2 days ago | wbtv.com | Al Conklin |Eric Garlick

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - The string of dry weather is over as rain has moved in Thursday and chances won’t go away for several days. Daily thunderstorm chances are in the forecast Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and the heat and humidity will be a big story this weekend. There is a chance some of the weekend storms could be strong. Be sure to keep up with WBTV for the latest weather updates. Watch all episodes of “The First Alert” hereThe June 5 episode can be rewatched in the top of this story soon.
Late-week rain, thunderstorms return: Charlotte forecast

2 days ago | wbtv.com | Al Conklin

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - The rain has returned after several days of dry weather, and a summer-like pattern is starting to take shape around Charlotte. After Thursday, heat and humidity will be a big story with highs up near 90 degrees this weekend. Rain chances continueA First Alert is up for Thursday thanks to the wet start. Lots of clouds and cool weather will hold throughout the day with afternoon high temperatures in the 70s.
Rain chances return ahead of hot weekend in Charlotte: Latest forecast

3 days ago | wbtv.com | Al Conklin

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Clouds and growing rain chances are nearing their return to the Charlotte forecast before temperatures really ramp up this weekend. Late-day storm chances could impact the Savannah Bananas games on Friday and Saturday, so stay tuned to WBTV for the latest weather updates. Rain returns soonLots of clouds, warm temperatures and humid conditions are in store for Wednesday, but it will stay dry with highs in the lower 80s.
Sunshine continues before storm chances return later this week: Charlotte forecast

4 days ago | wbtv.com | Al Conklin

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Very warm, dry weather will stick around in Charlotte for at least a couple more days before storm chances start to ramp back up. Highs are still forecast to stay in the 80s all week, but could get close to 90 degrees this weekend. Sunshine continues for nowThere will be a hazy appearance to the sky again today, as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to drift our way and filters what will otherwise be a sun-filled sky.
Strong storms to end workweek in Charlotte: Weekend forecast

1 week ago | wbtv.com | Al Conklin

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - The workweek could end with some strong thunderstorms in Charlotte, but the good news is that system will move through rather quickly. Things will stay warm Friday and this weekend before getting hot again next week. Tracking Friday storm chancesA First Alert remains in place for Friday. The morning hours will be mostly cloudy but mostly dry.
Live stream: Looking ahead to the summer forecast on ‘The First Alert’

1 week ago | wbtv.com | Al Conklin |Eric Garlick

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - The first day of summer is not until June 20, but the WBTV team is already looking ahead to what the weather could look like. In short, much of the country is expecting above-average temperatures -- including the Carolinas. More precipitation than usual is also in the forecast. On this most recent episode of “The First Alert,” WBTV meteorologists Al Conklin and Eric Garlick will look at why those temperatures could be warmer and why more rainfall is possible.
Late-day storms to threaten Charlotte at end of workweek: What to expect

1 week ago | wbtv.com | Al Conklin

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - The workweek will end with some late-day storm chances around Charlotte before temperatures ramp up and things dry out. After the next couple days, the weather will improve as things heat up for the start of June. Storm chancesMixed clouds and sunshine are forecast for Thursday and Friday. There will be a few late-day thunderstorms around Thursday with highs in the low 80s. Rain showers may linger deep into the night with lows in muggy 60s again.
Rain chances not completely gone for end of workweek: Charlotte forecast

1 week ago | wbtv.com | Al Conklin

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A little bit of sunshine could peek through Wednesday afternoon in Charlotte, but the rain chances aren’t completely gone. Warmer temperatures will also return after Tuesday saw highs peak right around 60 degrees. Rain chances not completely goneMorning showers on Wednesday will move out as clouds are forecast to break apart for some sunshine and much warmer temperatures in the mid-70s during the afternoon.
Memorial Day weekend to start comfortable ahead of potential rain: Charlotte forecast

2 weeks ago | wbtv.com | Al Conklin

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Comfortable, dry weather is in store around Charlotte for the next few days before rain and storms could move in Memorial Day weekend. Conditions could also be a bit breezy as well, with fairly strong wind gusts expected. End of week forecastMostly sunny skies are in the forecast for Thursday with wind gusts up to 30 mph during the afternoon hours with seasonal highs topping out in the low 80s. Things will be mostly clear and cool tonight.
Lots of sunshine, gusty wind in Charlotte’s midweek forecast

2 weeks ago | wbtv.com | Al Conklin

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - One more hot day is in store before temperatures around Charlotte cool down some. Highs will be in the mid to upper 80s again Wednesday, will be in the comfortable 70s by Friday. Sunshine returns after overnight stormsBehind the overnight stormy front, sunshine will be plentiful Wednesday, but there will be a gusty breeze up 30 mph during the afternoon as readings rise to the mid to upper 80s.