Newport, N.C. – Drivers in Carteret County could face slick roads Monday as thunderstorms move across eastern North Carolina. Heavy rain may reduce visibility and create ponding on U.S. 70 during the evening commute, raising travel concerns for residents.
According to the National Weather Service in Morehead City, showers and storms become more widespread Monday morning, with a higher chance of stronger cells after 2 p.m. Winds may gust up to 24 mph, adding hazards for high-profile vehicles. Rainfall totals between a quarter and three-quarters of an inch are possible, with locally higher amounts in thunderstorms.
Communities from Havelock to Morehead City should prepare for delays and potential street flooding in low-lying areas. Residents are urged to avoid driving through standing water and to keep devices charged in case of brief power outages. Outdoor plans, especially near the coast, may be disrupted by lightning.
Conditions improve by Tuesday evening, with mostly sunny skies returning Wednesday and Thursday. The stretch of dry, warmer weather will give eastern North Carolina a break before another round of unsettled conditions moves in late week.
Warnings remain in effect through Monday night, and additional advisories could be issued if storms intensify.
Five Day Forecast for Newport, N.C.
- Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 76. Gusts up to 24 mph. Rain possible up to 0.75 inches.
- Tuesday: Scattered storms early, then clearing, high near 76. Overnight low near 63.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 79. Low near 64.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 81. Low near 66.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 83.
