Raleigh, NC – A cold front moving through Central North Carolina next week is expected to bring a significant drop in temperatures, with the potential for frost and freeze conditions Tuesday night.
Temperatures are expected to fall into the 20s and 30s across the region by Wednesday morning. As high pressure settles in, widespread frost and freeze warnings are possible, especially in Raleigh and surrounding areas. According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday night will be the most critical time, with lows dipping into the low 30s.
This sharp temperature drop follows several days of above-average warmth, including near-record heat on Friday and Saturday. However, the cold front will arrive late Sunday into Monday, bringing widespread showers before colder air sweeps across the region.
Residents are advised to protect sensitive plants and cover outdoor pipes to prevent damage from freezing temperatures. Drivers should also be aware of the potential for icy spots early Wednesday morning, particularly in rural and elevated areas.
