Raleigh, North Carolina – A dusting of snow is possible in northeast North Carolina early Sunday evening, with minimal overall impacts expected.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, widespread rain is forecast to continue through mid-Sunday. Forecasters said a transition to light snow could occur early Sunday evening from Roxboro to Henderson to Roanoke Rapids.
The NWS stated snowfall amounts would range from a dusting to mainly less than half an inch. Any accumulation would likely be confined to elevated and grassy surfaces due to warm ground temperatures, limiting broader impacts.
In addition to precipitation, wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph are possible Sunday evening. Gusts of 25 to 35 mph could continue into Monday afternoon, according to the agency’s update posted at 2:56 p.m. EST Saturday.
Forecasters emphasized that impacts are expected to remain minimal, with no significant roadway accumulation anticipated at this time. The agency advised residents to monitor updates, particularly in northeastern counties where brief snow showers may develop.
The system could affect late-weekend travel plans, including for students and commuters returning Sunday evening, though widespread disruptions are not currently expected.
Residents can monitor the latest information at weather.gov/raleigh.
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