Newport, North Carolina – Heavy rain and thunderstorms could drench parts of Newport starting Saturday night, marking the start of a soggy spring stretch across eastern North Carolina.
According to the National Weather Service, showers may begin as early as 5 p.m. Saturday, with storm chances jumping to 80% by Sunday afternoon. Thunderstorms are expected to develop between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday, with additional storms and downpours into Sunday night. Gusts could reach 18 mph and may complicate travel along U.S. Route 70 and nearby secondary roads.
Localized flooding and reduced visibility may impact weekend plans. Residents should secure outdoor items, check storm drains, and avoid driving during heavy downpours. New rainfall totals could reach three-quarters of an inch, with higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Monday won’t offer much relief. Rain chances remain high at 70%, and storms are again possible. The wet pattern lingers into Tuesday, with scattered showers likely during the day and highs in the low 80s.
🌤️ 5-Day Spring Outlook for Newport, NC:
- Saturday: Mostly sunny early, high near 82°F. Rain begins after 5 p.m.
- Sunday: Thunderstorms likely, high near 77°F. 80% chance of rain.
- Monday: Showers likely, high near 79°F.
- Tuesday: 40% chance of showers, high near 81°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 82°F.
