North Carolina starts the morning with a sharp chill as breath fogs the air and frost clings to windshields in Raleigh. Temperatures sit near 30 degrees, and a light northwest breeze keeps wind chills in the low 20s. Early drivers along I-40 and Capital Boulevard may notice slick patches in shaded spots where moisture refroze before sunrise.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, clear skies and calm winds allowed lows to dip into the upper 20s across Wake County. Sunshine dominates today, but highs only reach the upper 40s. The cold snap lingers just long enough to remind us it is still February.
Clouds increase tonight as winds shift southwest. By Wednesday, temperatures jump dramatically, climbing near 60 degrees under mostly cloudy skies. That quick rebound sets the stage for wetter weather.
Rain chances increase late Wednesday and become likely Thursday. Highs surge into the mid-60s Thursday afternoon, nearly 15 degrees above average. Periods of steady rain could impact the evening commute, especially along I-440 and U.S. 1. Plan for wet pavement and reduced visibility by late day Thursday.
Rain continues into early Friday before tapering. Skies gradually clear, and the weekend turns brighter and warmer. Highs push into the mid to upper 60s by Sunday, delivering early spring vibes across central North Carolina.
Looking ahead into the 6- to 10-day window, above-normal temperatures appear likely, signaling a sustained warming trend into early March.
How fast did temperatures rebound in your neighborhood today?
Five Day Outlook for Raleigh, NC:
Tuesday: Sunny, high near 48.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 60.
Thursday: Rain likely, high near 64.
Friday: Chance of rain, high near 57.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 64.
