Morehead City, N.C. – Coastal North Carolina faces a dangerous mix of rip currents and heavy rain through Sunday, raising flood risks in low-lying areas. Drivers and beachgoers should plan for delays and hazards, with US-70 near Morehead City especially prone to standing water.
According to the National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City, a moderate rip current risk remains in effect through Saturday evening and renewed storm activity could bring more rainfall by Sunday afternoon. Storms may produce locally heavy downpours, adding stress to already elevated water levels.
Communities across Carteret and Onslow counties can expect showers tonight, with thunderstorms more likely on Sunday. Travel on coastal highways, including NC-24 and US-70, could become hazardous if downpours trigger brief flooding. Beach conditions will remain rough, and swimmers are strongly urged to stay near lifeguards or avoid entering the water.
Temperatures will stay seasonably warm, reaching the mid-80s Sunday and climbing into the upper 80s by Monday. Skies will clear briefly early next week, but another round of storms could develop by Thursday. Residents are advised to charge devices, check drainage around their homes, and monitor weather alerts for potential advisories.
Hazardous conditions could persist through midweek, especially along the shoreline, where rip current risks often linger after storms. Officials warn that additional advisories may be issued if rainfall totals climb higher than expected.
Five Day Forecast for Morehead City, N.C.:
- Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High near 82. Low around 71.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of storms late. High 87, low 67.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and warm. High 85, low 66.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, mild. High 81, low 67.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, chance of showers late. High 81.
