FORECAST: Clouds to build up tonight ahead of Saturday showers

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FORECAST:

• Clouds will build up tonight ahead of expected showers and thunderstorms Saturday.

• Skies will gradually clear up during the day with a high near 80.

• Windy conditions with gusts as high as 36 mph are also in store on Saturday.

• Saturday night will be mostly clear with lows in the 50s in Charlotte.

• Sunny skies are in the forecast for Sunday with highs near 80 again.

• Morning showers are likely Monday.

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