Raleigh, NC – Frost glistened across rooftops and fields early this morning as central North Carolina woke under clear skies and biting calm. Temperatures dipped near 38°F before sunrise, enough to sparkle lawns and windshield edges — and to signal that November’s chill has truly arrived. A Frost Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. for much of the Triangle and surrounding counties, where residents are urged to cover or bring in sensitive plants before the sun warms the air.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, calmer conditions will dominate through Sunday, with highs rising into the mid-60s under mostly sunny skies. A light northwest breeze turns southerly Sunday evening, drawing in slightly warmer and more humid air ahead of a developing system. Rain chances return late Sunday night into Monday, with a 60 percent chance of steady rainfall during the morning commute.
Drivers should prepare for wet roads, especially along I-40 and I-85 corridors, as scattered downpours reduce visibility. The heaviest showers are expected near and east of Raleigh before tapering by Monday afternoon. Temperatures will hover in the low 60s during the rain, cooling again Monday night into the 40s.
This stretch marks the first noticeable transition toward winter across the Carolinas. Though no snow is in sight, cooler mornings and shorter daylight hint at what’s next. To be fair, the weekend offers ideal conditions for outdoor chores or early holiday prep before clouds and rain arrive to start the new week.
Five-Day Forecast for Raleigh, NC:
Sat: 63/39 – Sunny and cool; frost early, calm breeze.
Sun: 65/43 – Mostly sunny; pleasant fall warmth.
Mon: 62/49 – 60% chance of rain; damp morning, breezy afternoon.
Tue: 66/47 – Sunny; crisp, refreshing air returns.
Wed: 67/44 – Mostly sunny; mild late-fall feel.
