Eric Thomas

Chief Meteorologist

Charlotte, NC

Multiple Emmy Award winner for Weather Broadcasts. Also, have been voted as Charlotte's Best by various publications around Charlotte. American Meteorological Society Seal of Approval. But the biggest honor for me happens every day when someone turns on WBTV and gives me a chance to inform them about upcoming weather. Thank you for that opportunity. I'll do my best never to let you down!!

Recent Articles by Eric

Don’t look now - more storms late Wednesday

Much like Saturday night, we could see another late-arriving line of thunderstorms again which will spill over into the predawn hours Thursday before exiting quickly and clearing out not only for Thursday, but for the remainder of the week and through the weekend as well.

Eric Thomas

Published April 28, 2020 at 12:13 AM

BLOG: Severe weather update for Thursday

Lots of uncertainty with this upcoming event.

Eric Thomas

Published April 22, 2020 at 6:03 AM

Overnight rain and storms give way to sunnier, warmer days

A potent storm system will roll through the eastern US overnight including the Carolinas bringing along with it heavy rain and thunderstorms.

Eric Thomas

Published March 24, 2020 at 7:41 PM

Despite much sun, big warming trend this week!

We’re not forecasting any big storm systems to traipse across the region this week, no washouts, no First Alert Days either.

Eric Thomas

Published March 17, 2020 at 8:04 PM

After four straight days with highs in the 70s, we’ll be lucky to get out of the 50s Saturday with no such luck on Sunday.

Eric Thomas

Published March 13, 2020 at 6:59 PM

First Alert this weekend - wet and wild temperature swings

Well it appears we skipped right over ‘mild’ on Wednesday and jumped headfirst into ‘warm’ weather as highs soared to 78 degrees here officially here in Charlotte.

Eric Thomas

Published March 11, 2020 at 11:01 PM

Spring-like temperatures this week – until the weekend

With a little extra sunshine on Wednesday we should have no problem jumping into the low and mid 70s and that trend will continue through Friday until a cold front knocks temperatures down around 20 degrees dropping the daytime highs into the mid 50s by late weekend.

Eric Thomas

Published March 10, 2020 at 8:47 PM

Mild weather roars back, but brings rain with it

We wasted no time this week watching milder weather race back into the region as highs flew up into the upper 60s on Monday.

Eric Thomas

Published March 9, 2020 at 10:33 PM

By the time daybreak hits on Saturday, the sun will be arriving for all of the 22 counties that we cover in western NC. And a stark warming trend is right behind it.

Eric Thomas

Published March 6, 2020 at 8:20 PM

Rain gives way to sunshine and (yes) snow this weekend!

After another sloppy day is in the books, depending on where you live, expect either sunshine or snow to get underway on Friday. Just be careful early, low clouds and patchy dense fog will be likely.

Eric Thomas

Published March 5, 2020 at 7:50 PM

Set your alarm clock a little early Thursday morning as the rain will already be overspreading the greater Charlotte region causing wet roads and slow-downs.

Eric Thomas

Published March 4, 2020 at 6:57 PM

Next chance of rain is Thursday – then colder again

Thursday almost feels like a snow forecast at this point because of my uncertainty.

Eric Thomas

Published March 3, 2020 at 9:56 PM

First Alert Days this week: Tuesday and Thursday

Heavier periods of rain are a better bet Tuesday with milder air firmly in place a highs will remain in the 60s through Wednesday before we spiral back into the 50s again for the second half of the week.

Eric Thomas

Published March 2, 2020 at 8:15 PM

First Alert declared for round 2 of heavy mountain snow

After several inches of snow accumulated in the mountains last night with bitterly cold wind chills, don’t look now, but a brand new Winter Weather Advisory has just been posted for round two of snowfall heading back into the mountains Friday and Friday night.

Eric Thomas

Published February 27, 2020 at 10:33 PM

Rain will change over to snow overnight across the mountains dropping an inch or so in many areas especially the higher elevations.

Eric Thomas

Published February 26, 2020 at 7:13 PM

The next cold air blast takes aim at the Carolinas

After another rainy day on Monday, we dried out on Tuesday but another front arrives Wednesday which may produce yet more showers later in the day, but no washout this time, just scattered light showers.

Eric Thomas

Published February 25, 2020 at 8:40 PM

Less Rain This Week – Roller Coaster Temperatures

Skies will thin out some Tuesday afternoon, but another front races in here later Wednesday and Wednesday night.

Eric Thomas

Published February 24, 2020 at 11:30 PM

Another First Alert Posted – Back To Rain Again!

As we are shaking off the snow from Thursday and now enduring very cold air heading into the weekend, we are already eyeballing warmer and wetter weather heading back our way at the first of next week.

Eric Thomas

Published February 21, 2020 at 11:29 PM

Temperatures cool below freezing overnight leaving potential for icy roads

As subfreezing air rolls in behind this snow, the leftover water on the roadways may freeze in spots creating hazardous driving conditions.

Eric Thomas

Published February 20, 2020 at 11:31 PM

In case you haven’t heard – snow hits Thursday

If the snow falls heavily enough, it won’t surprise me to see a quick inch – or more in some spots – to show up on your deck railing or the patio furniture.

Eric Thomas

Published February 19, 2020 at 11:31 PM

Rain moves out Tuesday night - snow next?

You’ll notice a 10 degree drop in temperatures from highs in the low 60s earlier on Tuesday to highs in the low 50s by Wednesday afternoon.

Eric Thomas

Published February 18, 2020 at 11:32 PM

First Alert for late Tuesday plus – late week snow?

Another round of rain is heading back our way for Tuesday, especially Tuesday night and into early Wednesday. Best estimate at this point puts rainfall amounts around a half inch.

Eric Thomas

Published February 17, 2020 at 7:28 PM

We’ll be able to string together a few days of dry weather through the weekend and perhaps through Presidents Day Monday.

Eric Thomas

Published February 14, 2020 at 7:26 PM

Finally dry weather returns, but so does cold air!

After another round of rain cut across the region Thursday, we should finally string together a few dry days just in time for the weekend. However, it will be cold, dry air.

Eric Thomas

Published February 13, 2020 at 8:12 PM

First Alert posted for Thursday morning – more rain

Another storm system threatening the Gulf Coast states with severe weather overnight will arrive in our region Thursday early.

Eric Thomas

Published February 13, 2020 at 12:19 AM

Mercifully Tuesday was a mainly dry day across the region and it appears Wednesday will be similar.

Eric Thomas

Published February 11, 2020 at 8:22 PM

First Alert Day declared for Tuesday and Thursday, more flooding concerns

A First Alert is in effect for Tuesday and again for Thursday, as several rounds of widespread rain are expected this week, leading to more flooding concerns.

Eric Thomas

Published February 10, 2020 at 11:43 PM

Big swings in Charlotte weather – from tornadoes to snowfall

After four confirmed tornadoes ripped across our region Thursday, and torrential rains have led to ongoing river flooding, now we are quickly pivoting to snow in the forecast, some of which could show up near Charlotte again over the weekend.

Eric Thomas

Published February 7, 2020 at 11:36 PM

Rain moving out but flooding and high winds continue

So while brighter skies are on the way back Friday, the danger of falling trees remains with the saturated ground, weaker root systems and wind gusts to around 40 mph.

Eric Thomas

Published February 6, 2020 at 11:31 PM

First Alert Thursday for flooding rains and severe storms

A large storm system in the middle of the country is heading into the Carolinas on Thursday and the first round of rain out ahead of it will make an appearance around daybreak Thursday.

Eric Thomas

Published February 5, 2020 at 11:45 PM

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