State weather

North Carolina weather

Forecasts for 51 cities in North Carolina with 20,000+ residents from the National Weather Service. 13 NWS alerts are active in North Carolina, including 0 warnings.

City forecasts: snapshot of Oct 28, 2:32 AM EDT Alerts updated Oct 28, 2:15 AM EDT
North Carolina cities
CityCountyObservedForecastPopulation
CharlotteMecklenburg County50°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 48°F943,476
RaleighWake County52°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 51°F499,825
GreensboroGuilford County52°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 47°F307,381
DurhamDurham County52°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 51°F301,870
Winston-SalemForsyth County54°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 48°F255,769
FayettevilleCumberland County53°FOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 49°F209,496
CaryWake County52°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 51°F182,659
WilmingtonNew Hanover County54°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 55°F125,284
High PointGuilford County52°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 48°F118,601
ConcordCabarrus County46°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 47°F112,395
GreenvillePitt County59°F · Fog/MistOvernight: Patchy Fog, low 54°F95,138
AshevilleBuncombe County45°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 42°F94,992
GastoniaGaston County50°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 47°F85,535
ApexWake County52°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 50°F75,977
JacksonvilleOnslow County54°F · ClearOvernight: Patchy Fog, low 52°F70,840
HuntersvilleMecklenburg County46°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 46°F67,087
Chapel HillOrange County52°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 52°F64,028
BurlingtonAlamance County45°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 47°F61,365
KannapolisCabarrus County46°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 47°F60,521
Wake ForestWake County52°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Cloudy, low 50°F56,764
Rocky MountNash County52°F · Mostly CloudyOvernight: Mostly Cloudy, low 51°F54,541
MooresvilleIredell County50°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 46°F52,884
Holly SpringsWake County52°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 50°F48,674
WilsonWilson County52°F · Mostly CloudyOvernight: Mostly Cloudy, low 51°F48,579
Fuquay-VarinaWake County54°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 50°F46,317
HickoryCatawba County50°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 46°F45,081
Indian TrailUnion County52°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 48°F43,867
MonroeUnion County52°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 48°F40,054
GarnerWake County48°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 51°F39,345
SalisburyRowan County44°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 45°F36,579
GoldsboroWayne County57°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Cloudy, low 51°F34,629
LelandBrunswick County54°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 53°F34,451
CorneliusMecklenburg County46°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 48°F34,366
New BernCraven County61°F · Fog/MistOvernight: Patchy Fog, low 53°F34,218
SanfordLee County46°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 46°F32,971
MorrisvilleWake County52°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 51°F32,628
MatthewsMecklenburg County52°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 48°F32,048
ClaytonJohnston County48°F · ClearOvernight: Patchy Fog, low 51°F31,732
StatesvilleIredell County50°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 46°F31,693
Mint HillMecklenburg County52°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 48°F28,825
KernersvilleForsyth County52°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 47°F28,760
AsheboroRandolph County46°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 46°F27,928
ThomasvilleDavidson County46°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 47°F27,605
WaxhawUnion County52°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 46°F23,178
ShelbyCleveland County48°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 47°F22,778
ClemmonsForsyth County54°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 47°F22,471
KnightdaleWake County52°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Cloudy, low 51°F21,829
CarrboroOrange County52°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 51°F21,079
MebaneAlamance County45°F · ClearOvernight: Partly Cloudy, low 48°F20,654
HarrisburgCabarrus County46°F · ClearOvernight: Mostly Clear, low 46°F20,335
BooneWatauga County39°FOvernight: Patchy Fog, low 42°F20,080

Observed temperatures come from the NWS station nearest each city at the time of the snapshot. Open a city for current conditions, the next 24 hours and the 7-day forecast, loaded live from api.weather.gov.

Active alerts in North Carolina

Beach Hazards Statement Moderate Expected

Beach Hazards Statement issued October 27 at 8:22PM EDT until October 28 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

Area
Northern Outer Banks
In effect
Oct 28, 8:00 AM EDT
Until
Oct 28, 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Full text

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Northern Outer Banks. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King Tide Cycle in place through Thursday. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Beach Hazards Statement Moderate Expected

Beach Hazards Statement issued October 27 at 8:22PM EDT until October 28 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

Area
East Carteret
In effect
Oct 28, 8:00 AM EDT
Until
Oct 28, 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Full text

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, all of East Carteret County. For the Beach Hazards Statement, Core Banks beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King Tide Cycle in place through Thursday. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Beach Hazards Statement Moderate Expected

Beach Hazards Statement issued October 27 at 8:22PM EDT until October 28 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

Area
Ocracoke Island
In effect
Oct 28, 8:00 AM EDT
Until
Oct 28, 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Full text

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Ocracoke Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King Tide Cycle in place through Thursday. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Beach Hazards Statement Moderate Expected

Beach Hazards Statement issued October 27 at 8:22PM EDT until October 28 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

Area
Hatteras Island
In effect
Oct 28, 8:00 AM EDT
Until
Oct 28, 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Full text

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Hatteras Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Ocean overwash impacts will continue through at least mid week, especially around high tide in areas where dunes have been compromised. NC-12 between the Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe remains closed. The next high tide is around 9 AM. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King Tide Cycle in place through Thursday. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Rip Current Statement Moderate Expected

Rip Current Statement issued October 27 at 10:31PM EDT until October 28 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

Area
Coastal New Hanover
In effect
Oct 28, 8:00 AM EDT
Until
Oct 28, 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Wilmington NC
Full text

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 AM to noon EDT Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 8 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or impacts. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Coastal Flood Advisory Minor Expected

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 27 at 10:31PM EDT until October 28 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

Area
Coastal Pender; Coastal Brunswick
In effect
Oct 28, 8:00 AM EDT
Until
Oct 28, 12:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Wilmington NC
Full text

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal Brunswick Counties. * WHEN...From 8 AM to noon EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or impacts. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Coastal Flood Advisory Minor Expected

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 27 at 10:31PM EDT until October 28 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

Area
Coastal New Hanover
In effect
Oct 28, 8:00 AM EDT
Until
Oct 28, 12:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Wilmington NC
Full text

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 AM to noon EDT Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 8 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or impacts. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Coastal Flood Advisory Minor Expected

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 27 at 10:31PM EDT until October 28 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

Area
Inland New Hanover
In effect
Oct 28, 10:00 AM EDT
Until
Oct 28, 2:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Wilmington NC
Full text

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown Wilmington. * WHEN...From 10 AM to 2 PM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Coastal Flood Advisory Minor Expected

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 27 at 8:22PM EDT until October 29 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

Area
West Carteret; Coastal Onslow
In effect
Oct 27, 8:22 PM EDT
Until
Oct 29, 2:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Full text

* WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Areas along Bogue Banks beaches, Bogue Sound, the Newport and White Oak Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks, and areas in North Topsail Beach, the lower New River, and adjacent tidal creeks. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King Tide Cycle in place through Thursday. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Coastal Flood Advisory Minor Expected

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 27 at 8:22PM EDT until October 29 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

Area
Northern Outer Banks
In effect
Oct 27, 8:22 PM EDT
Until
Oct 29, 2:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Full text

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Northern Outer Banks. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King Tide Cycle in place through Thursday. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Coastal Flood Advisory Minor Expected

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 27 at 8:22PM EDT until October 29 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

Area
Ocracoke Island
In effect
Oct 27, 8:22 PM EDT
Until
Oct 29, 2:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Full text

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Ocracoke Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King Tide Cycle in place through Thursday. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Coastal Flood Advisory Minor Expected

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 27 at 8:22PM EDT until October 29 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

Area
Hatteras Island
In effect
Oct 27, 8:22 PM EDT
Until
Oct 29, 2:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Full text

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Hatteras Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Ocean overwash impacts will continue through at least mid week, especially around high tide in areas where dunes have been compromised. NC-12 between the Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe remains closed. The next high tide is around 9 AM. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King Tide Cycle in place through Thursday. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Coastal Flood Advisory Minor Expected

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 27 at 8:22PM EDT until October 29 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

Area
East Carteret
In effect
Oct 27, 8:22 PM EDT
Until
Oct 29, 2:00 PM EDT
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Full text

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, all of East Carteret County. For the Beach Hazards Statement, Core Banks beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King Tide Cycle in place through Thursday. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides.

What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

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