Morehead City, NC – The quiet start to Sunday along the Crystal Coast won’t last long. Clouds are thickening over Carteret County as a strong coastal system gears up to bring rain and gusty winds Monday — a brief disruption before Halloween celebrations close the week under warmer, calmer skies.
According to the National Weather Service, Sunday stays partly sunny with highs near 67°F and a light northeast breeze. Conditions turn unsettled by late tonight as moisture builds from the Atlantic. Rain becomes likely Monday morning, increasing through the day with gusts up to 30 mph along Highway 70 and coastal routes. Visibility could drop at times in heavier showers, making travel slow through midday.
By Tuesday, the system weakens but leaves behind damp roads and lingering clouds. Temperatures will hover near 65°F under breezy, partly cloudy skies before finally drying out midweek.
By Wednesday and Thursday, a break in the clouds delivers classic coastal fall weather — highs near 68°F with light winds and crisp mornings. Halloween Friday looks ideal for families heading out after sunset, with mild air near 63°F and dry conditions holding through the evening.
Looking ahead, models hint at a pattern change after the weekend, possibly signaling cooler air pushing in from the north — a quiet reminder of a chilly November ahead.
