Raleigh, North Carolina – Roadways across central North Carolina are already seeing high water, and the threat for flash flooding remains urgent through Wednesday night as heavy rainfall and thunderstorms sweep across the region. City streets in Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding areas are at risk, with creeks and streams quickly rising.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, a Flood Watch covers much of the Triangle and Piedmont, including Wake, Durham, Johnston, and Orange counties, through at least midnight Thursday. Forecasters warn of repeated rounds of downpours—embedded thunderstorms may bring rainfall rates of one to two inches per hour, pushing low-lying areas and urban drainage to the brink. Main impacts include poor visibility, flooded intersections, and hazardous travel on roads such as I-40, I-85, and US-1. Commuters should expect delays and avoid driving through standing water. Residents living near creeks, rivers, and flood-prone neighborhoods are urged to monitor alerts and be ready to move to higher ground if necessary. Extra caution is advised for anyone near Crabtree Creek in Raleigh, Ellerbe Creek in Durham, and streams in Johnston County.
Rain and storms will gradually taper after midnight, but isolated showers could linger into Thursday morning. More storms are possible late in the week, so flood alerts may be extended or upgraded if rainfall persists. Stay weather aware and keep your phone charged for further updates.
Five Day Forecast for Raleigh, NC:
- Thursday: Chance of showers, some storms possible, high 79°F.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, scattered storms, high 82°F.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, slight chance of showers, high 83°F.
- Sunday: Increasing clouds, chance of storms, high 86°F.
- Monday: Partly cloudy, warmer, high near 92°F.
