North Carolina – Cold air rides in on a stiff coastal breeze this morning, rattling flags and biting fingers along the Crystal Coast. Temperatures sit below freezing in spots, and wind chills dip into the teens, making it feel sharper than it looks.
According to the National Weather Service in Morehead City, eastern North Carolina sees lows fall into the upper teens and lower 20s early, with wind chills near the mid-teens. Sunshine helps later today, pushing highs into the mid-40s around Newport, but the chill lingers longer near the water.
Conditions turn milder Saturday as southwest winds increase. Highs climb into the 60s, but clouds thicken by evening. Rain develops late Saturday night, spreading inland toward early Sunday. Roads become wet quickly, especially along U.S. 70 and coastal routes.
Sunday brings steady rain through much of the day, with highs near the mid-40s. Gusty north winds follow the system, pulling colder air back into the region. As temperatures fall Sunday night, rain may briefly mix with snow inland before ending. Accumulation looks limited, but wet pavement could refreeze after midnight.
MLK Day looks calmer and brighter. Sunshine returns with highs near the upper 40s, though the morning starts cold. Lows dip into the low 20s Monday night, renewing freeze concerns for exposed pipes, pets, and sensitive plants.
Drivers should slow down during Sunday rain and remain alert for slick spots late Sunday night and early Monday. Secure outdoor items today, dress for biting wind chills, and plan ahead for changing conditions this weekend.
Colder mornings persist into Tuesday before a gradual warmup midweek. How cold did the wind feel where you stepped outside this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Newport, NC
- Today: Sunny and cold, high near 46
- Saturday: Partly sunny and milder, high near 64
- Sunday: Rain likely, cooler, high near 45
- MLK Day Monday: Sunny and cool, high near 48
- Tuesday: Sunny, colder morning, high near 39
