Raleigh, North Carolina – Drivers in North Carolina’s Triangle region may face slick roads early Tuesday as patchy fog and light rain settle in along I-40. Winds up to 24 mph could reduce visibility across Wake and Durham counties during the morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service, misty conditions will give way to dense cloud cover through midday before clearing begins late Wednesday. Expect cooler air and a crisp October feel starting Thursday, when full sun and highs in the low 70s move in. Gusts will ease as high pressure builds across the state, drying out most areas through the weekend.
Morning lows will dip into the 50s by Thursday, making for a seasonally cool start to fall. Thursday and Friday are shaping up to be textbook autumn days — sunny, breezy, and low humidity — ideal for outdoor plans, school drop-offs, or early leaf-peeping getaways west toward Asheville.
No severe weather is expected, but early fog could persist through midweek mornings, especially in low-lying or rural areas. Commuters should keep headlights on and watch for slick patches near creeks and shaded roads.
Looking ahead, a warming trend begins Sunday, with highs jumping to the low 80s by Monday. No major storms are on the radar, making this one of the most stable weather weeks Raleigh has seen in September.
Five-Day Forecast for Raleigh, NC:
- Wednesday: High 77°F, decreasing clouds, breezy
- Thursday: Sunny, high 71°F, cool morning near 53°F
- Friday: Sunny and pleasant, high 75°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 78°F, low near 58°F
- Sunday: Warmer and sunny, high 81°F, low around 60°F
