North Carolina & Virginia Weather Alert: Rain Moves in Late Sunday, Cooler Memorial Day Highs Near 70°F

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Wakefield, VA – Dry skies will hold through Sunday afternoon before showers move into southeast Virginia and northeast North Carolina late tonight, bringing damp conditions into Memorial Day morning.

According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, the highest rain chances arrive overnight Sunday, especially across southern areas. Lingering showers may continue into early Monday before conditions dry out by afternoon. Highs will remain below average for late May, with temperatures topping out in the low to mid-70s both today and Monday.

In cities like Elizabeth City, NC, and Virginia Beach, VA, expect increasing clouds Sunday afternoon ahead of the late-night rain. Overnight lows will dip into the upper 50s to near 60. Monday plans may be impacted early, but improving weather is expected by midday.

Residents are encouraged to monitor local radar and prepare for potential wet roads early Monday. With cooler-than-normal temperatures, it’s also a good idea to dress in layers and keep rain gear handy for morning events.

Shower chances fade by Monday afternoon, but more updates could be issued if rainfall lingers into the evening.