North Carolina starts the morning with brittle air, dark pavement, and a hidden danger beneath headlights. Thin ice clings to bridges and overpasses, barely visible before sunrise.
Across eastern North Carolina, including Morehead City, a Special Weather Statement warns of black ice during the early commute. Temperatures dipped into the 20s overnight, allowing wet roads to refreeze quickly. The risk remains highest on elevated surfaces and shaded roadways through mid-morning.
An Extreme Cold Watch takes effect Saturday evening through Sunday morning. Wind chills may drop near 2 degrees above zero, unusually cold for the Crystal Coast. Exposed skin faces frostbite risk, and unprotected pipes could freeze after prolonged cold.
Today turns brighter but stays cold. Sunshine pushes highs toward the upper 40s, helping melt leftover ice by afternoon. Winds remain noticeable, adding a bite to the air. Drivers should still watch for slick spots early, especially on U.S. 70 and local bridges.
Saturday looks deceptively calm. Skies stay sunny, but brisk northwest winds gust near 35 mph, keeping highs near 32 degrees. Once the sun sets, temperatures fall fast. Plan ahead if you have outdoor plans Saturday night.
Sunday improves slowly. Morning cold lingers, then highs climb into the mid-30s under sunshine. By Monday, relief arrives. Temperatures rebound into the upper 40s, with calmer conditions and improving travel.
The bigger picture hints at change. By midweek, highs surge into the 50s and 60s, signaling a clear warming trend across the Southeast.
For now, slow down this morning, bundle up this weekend, and protect pets and pipes. Have you noticed icy spots where you live today?
Five-Day Outlook – Morehead City, NC
- Saturday: Sunny, windy, cold. High 32°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, cold early. High 34°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, milder. High 47°F
- Tuesday: Warmer, pleasant. High 57°F
- Wednesday: Chance of rain, springlike. High 63°F
