Newport, NC – Eastern North Carolina commuters should prepare for reduced visibility Tuesday morning as patchy fog sets in before sunrise. Drivers are urged to allow extra travel time and use headlights on local roadways, including U.S. Highway 70.
According to the National Weather Service, skies will clear by mid-morning, leading to mostly sunny conditions with highs near 84°F Tuesday, September 23. Winds will stay calm, shifting southeast at around 8 mph during the afternoon.
Clear skies are expected Tuesday night with lows dipping into the upper 60s. Wednesday looks similar, bringing bright sunshine and highs reaching 85°F. But forecasters caution that changes arrive by Thursday afternoon.
A chance of showers and thunderstorms develops Thursday, September 25, especially after 2 p.m. Rain chances climb through the day and into the evening, with a 30% likelihood. By Friday, conditions grow more unsettled, with showers and storms likely and a stronger system possible. The National Weather Service projects a 60% chance of rain and thunderstorms Friday, September 26.
Residents should monitor conditions closely, especially if traveling later this week. Outdoor plans may need adjustments as storm chances rise.
Five-Day Forecast at a Glance:
- Tuesday: Fog early, mostly sunny. High 84°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 85°F.
- Thursday: Showers and storms possible, high 84°F. Chance 30%.
- Friday: Thunderstorms likely. High 83°F. Chance 60%.
- Saturday: Continued storms. High near 80°F. Chance 60%.
