Newport, NC – Storms will kick off June across eastern North Carolina as showers and thunderstorms roll through Carteret County on Sunday and Monday, bringing brief downpours and gusty winds to areas including US-70 near Newport.
According to the National Weather Service in Morehead City, a 40% chance of thunderstorms is expected Sunday afternoon and evening, with additional rain possible Monday after 2 p.m. Storms may bring wind gusts over 25 mph and brief but locally heavy rain, especially near coastal areas and inland highways.
Drivers along US-70 and NC-24 should stay alert for slick roads and sudden visibility drops during heavier cells. Rainfall totals are expected to remain low, but isolated thunderstorm cells could produce quick downpours. Prepare for rapid changes and consider delaying travel during the afternoon peak.
Sunday’s high will reach near 81°F, with lighter winds shifting from the south. Monday mirrors that pattern with similar highs and a continued storm chance. Once storms clear Monday night, a sunny, summerlike stretch takes over.
Five-Day Summer Preview:
- Tuesday (June 3): Sunny and warm, high near 82°F
- Wednesday: Clear skies continue, high climbs to 83°F
- Thursday: Summer sun persists, highs near 86°F
- Friday: Warmest day yet—highs hit 87°F with low humidity
- Saturday: Early signs point to continued dry, summer heat
Smoke from Canadian wildfires may linger aloft through early next week but is not expected to affect air quality at ground level.
The next weather update will focus on late-week temperatures as summer patterns strengthen.
