Newport, North Carolina – Stormy spring weather is set to slam into eastern North Carolina Sunday, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and thunder through Monday night.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms will begin by late Sunday morning in the Newport area, with a 90% chance of rainfall and wind gusts up to 21 mph. The risk continues into Monday night, when another round of storms could produce up to one inch of rain and localized flash flooding, particularly along U.S. Route 70 and low-lying areas in Carteret and Craven counties.
Travelers should plan for slick roads, poor visibility, and isolated power outages from Sunday morning into early Tuesday. South winds will pick up to 13 mph with occasional gusts over 20 mph. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel during peak rainfall periods and secure outdoor objects.
By Monday afternoon, the area could see a slight break in activity, though thunderstorms are expected to redevelop before nightfall. Tuesday brings a final round of scattered showers before drier weather returns midweek.
🔎 Five-Day Spring Weather Outlook for Newport, NC:
- Sunday: 90% chance of thunderstorms, high near 76°F
- Monday: 60% chance of storms early, more rain by night, high near 79°F
- Tuesday: 50% chance of showers before 2 p.m., breezy, high of 82°F
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, 30% rain chance, high near 80°F
- Thursday: Chance of scattered showers, partly sunny, high near 81°F
