Morehead City, NC – Coastal North Carolina faces an active stretch of spring weather this week, with a moderate rip current risk in effect through Tuesday evening, especially along beaches near U.S. Route 70 in Morehead City, Ocracoke Island, and Coastal Onslow County.
According to the National Weather Service in Newport, the advisory affects West and East Carteret, Onslow, and nearby barrier island communities. Swimmers and surfers should avoid entering the surf, as rip currents can form suddenly and become life-threatening. Beachgoers are advised to heed posted warnings and use extra caution when visiting oceanfront areas.
Tuesday’s weather will bring gradually clearing skies and a high of 63°F, with northerly winds gusting up to 18 mph, making conditions brisk but pleasant. Tuesday night turns cooler and mostly clear, with lows near 37°F.
The five-day spring outlook promises drier and sunnier conditions:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high of 62°F, gusts up to 17 mph
- Wednesday Night: Clear skies, low of 46°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high of 71°F
- Friday: Showers likely by afternoon, high of 72°F
- Saturday: Slight chance of showers, high near 68°F
No severe weather or storm activity is expected this week. Spotter activation is not anticipated.
