NEWPORT, N.C. – Raindrops tap against windshields along U.S. Route 70 this morning as low clouds stretch across the coast from Morehead City to Newport. The air feels heavy, damp, and mild — a fleeting hint of early November rain before a string of clear, pleasant days takes hold across eastern North Carolina.
A weak cold front moves through the Crystal Coast early today, bringing a 50% chance of rain and a few isolated thunderstorms through midmorning. Roads may stay slick into the late morning commute, but skies will gradually brighten by midday. Behind the front, drier air slides in from the northwest, dropping humidity and setting the stage for a stretch of sunny, breezy afternoons.
Tuesday marks the start of a bright, mild pattern lasting through the end of the week. Highs reach the mid to upper 60s Tuesday and climb to near 70°F by Wednesday and Thursday under nearly cloudless skies. Light winds from the northwest will keep conditions crisp early, but afternoons will feel comfortably warm — perfect for outdoor work, fishing along Bogue Sound, or early holiday travel planning.
Looking ahead, temperatures hold steady into the weekend with highs around 70–72°F and lows in the upper 40s to low 50s. For now, there are no signs of frost or freeze, but as Thanksgiving approaches, models hint at a late-month cold front that could usher in a cooler, more winter-like stretch for inland Carolina.
For now, coastal residents can enjoy several days of golden sun and calm seas — a refreshing reward after a gray, soggy start to the week.
Five-Day Outlook for Newport, NC:
Mon: 61/46 – Morning rain; clearing late.
Tue: 67/40 – Sunny and dry.
Wed: 69/50 – Bright; light breeze.
Thu: 68/45 – Sunny and mild.
Fri: 71/50 – Partly cloudy; pleasant.
