Newport, N.C. – Drivers across coastal North Carolina face a wet start to the week as strong storms return Monday, September 29. Heavy rain and scattered thunderstorms could make travel on US-70 difficult, raising concerns for localized flooding and slower commutes. Residents should prepare for slick roads and potential delays as a stormy weather pattern builds over the region.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are likely by late morning Monday, with rain chances reaching 80 percent. Winds from the northeast may gust up to 21 mph, creating choppy waters and unsafe boating conditions along Bogue Sound. New rainfall amounts could reach three-quarters of an inch or more in stronger cells.
Newport, Havelock, and surrounding Carteret County towns should plan for periods of steady rain through Tuesday morning. Travel along US-70 could be especially hazardous during peak rainfall. Emergency managers urge drivers to slow down, avoid flooded roads, and allow extra time for school and work commutes.
Showers remain likely through midweek, though Tuesday may bring brief breaks in rainfall. As October begins Wednesday, unsettled conditions linger with additional rain chances before skies trend drier late week.
Residents should secure outdoor items, check drainage around homes, and stay weather-aware for shifting conditions. More advisories may be issued if flooding or stronger storms develop.
Five-Day Forecast for Newport, N.C.:
- Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 82.
- Sunday: Showers likely, high near 79.
- Monday: Rain and thunderstorms, gusty winds, high near 78.
- Tuesday: Showers possible, high near 79.
- Wednesday: Rain chances linger, high near 77, cooler by evening.
