Raleigh, N.C. – Cooler air is set to sweep across North Carolina next week, bringing a fall-like feel just after Labor Day. Drivers should watch for morning fog on I-40 and reduced visibility during early commutes as drier air mixes in.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, temperatures will remain warm and sunny through Labor Day with highs near 80. By Tuesday, cooler air spreads in from the Midwest, where below-normal temperatures will dominate much of the nation. North Carolina will see slightly cooler afternoons and refreshing nights, with lows dipping into the upper 50s by midweek.
Sunny skies will dominate through the holiday weekend, making it ideal for outdoor events, barbecues, and travel. Raleigh, Durham, and Cary residents can expect little to no rain through Wednesday, though isolated showers could form late Wednesday night. If you’re planning to drive back from the coast Monday, expect clear roads and minimal weather delays.
The broader pattern highlights a September shift, with crisp mornings likely across much of the Southeast. While North Carolina won’t see the 40s like parts of the Midwest, the state will notice cooler nights and a drop in humidity.
Residents should enjoy the stretch of sunshine but stay weather-aware, as longer-term outlooks suggest more active patterns later in September.
Five Day Forecast for Raleigh, N.C.:
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 80. Low 59.
- Labor Day (Monday): Sunny, high near 80. Low 58.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 79. Low 60.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 81. Chance of showers overnight. Low 62.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 84. Low 64.
