Newport, North Carolina – Thunderstorms could slam into Newport and surrounding Carteret County by mid-Thursday, bringing heavy downpours and lightning that may flood low-lying roads and delay evening travel.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances rise sharply to 80% by Thursday night, with storms possible as early as 7 a.m. Thursday and intensifying into the evening. Southeast winds up to 13 mph and gusts nearing 20 mph may accompany the system. Isolated rainfall totals between 1 and 2 inches are possible, increasing the risk for localized flooding along US-70 and coastal roads.
Showers are likely to continue into Friday with scattered thunderstorms expected during the day. While rain chances drop slightly to 40%, commuters should remain alert, especially during peak drive times. Storm activity may briefly subside Friday night but will likely return over the weekend.
Saturday brings another round of afternoon showers and possible thunderstorms, with temperatures climbing to a humid 86°F. Rain chances hover at 50% through Sunday and Monday, keeping conditions unsettled across the region.
Residents are urged to secure outdoor items, check local alerts, and avoid driving through flooded roadways. Power outages and flash flooding are possible in poor-drainage areas.
Showers may taper off briefly by Tuesday, but more rain and storm chances loom. Stay updated with NWS and Carteret County emergency services for changes.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast: Newport, NC (June 4–9)
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 83°F
- Thursday: Showers & storms likely, high 79°F, wind gusts up to 20 mph
- Friday: Showers and possible storms, high 81°F
- Saturday: Partly sunny, chance of storms, high 86°F
- Sunday: Chance of storms, mostly cloudy, high 82°F
- Monday: Storms possible again, high 84°F
- Tuesday: Continued rain chance, high near 87°F
