North Carolina drivers move through pockets of fog this morning as headlights glow against low clouds near the coast. Air feels mild, almost springlike, but change is already lining up. What feels calm now gives way to cooler, sharper weather by Sunday across the Cape Fear region.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, patchy fog lingers through the early morning hours, especially near rivers and low-lying neighborhoods. Visibility may briefly dip before improving mid-morning. Calm winds and high humidity allow fog to redevelop again tonight, creating repeat travel issues after dark.
Skies turn mostly sunny today with temperatures climbing into the mid-70s. It’s warm for January, and outdoor plans remain comfortable through daylight. Drivers should still watch for sudden fog banks along U.S. 17, College Road, and nearby coastal routes early and late.
Saturday stays warm with highs near 75. Clouds increase at times, and a slight chance of showers develops by afternoon. Winds pick up modestly, but most of the day stays dry. Keep rain gear nearby if plans stretch into the evening.
Sunday marks the shift. Clouds linger, scattered showers remain possible, and highs fall into the upper 60s. A cold front pushes through Sunday night, clearing skies but dropping temperatures fast. Lows fall near 31 by early Monday, introducing a freeze risk inland and chilly conditions closer to the water.
Monday turns bright but cool, with highs near 51. Tuesday rebounds slightly into the upper 50s under sunshine. Winter finally feels like winter, even as daylight slowly increases later this month.
Fog and warmth may feel harmless now, but timing matters. Traveling late Sunday or early Monday? How cold did it feel where you are?
Five Day Outlook for Wilmington, NC
Today: Patchy morning fog, mostly sunny, high near 74
Saturday: Partly sunny, slight shower chance, high near 75
Sunday: Chance of showers, cooler, high near 68
Monday: Sunny, cooler, high near 51
Tuesday: Sunny, milder, high near 57
