MOREHEAD CITY, NC – A calm, clear dawn greets the Crystal Coast this Saturday, the kind that makes the salt air sharp and the sky glow pink before sunrise. But by the time Monday rolls in, coastal North Carolina will trade its crisp, dry weekend for clouds and showers pushing in from the southwest — a slow shift marking the start of an unsettled week.
According to the National Weather Service in Morehead City, Saturday will stay bright and breezy with highs near 66°F. Winds turn northeast by evening, keeping it comfortable for outdoor plans. Sunday brings a warmer, more humid feel, with highs near 67°F and increasing clouds as moisture builds from inland areas. By Monday, scattered showers will begin to spread along U.S. 70 and across Carteret County, with rain chances rising to 40–50% through the afternoon and evening.
Commuters and boaters should prepare for slick roads and choppy coastal waters early Monday. Wind gusts near 20 mph may roughen the surf from Emerald Isle to Harkers Island, and small craft operators should monitor local advisories closely. Light rainfall totals are expected, but models hint at a wetter midweek pattern that could linger through Halloween.
By Wednesday, rain chances stay near 30%, though a few sun breaks are possible. Late-week temperatures should rebound slightly — comfortable for trick-or-treaters, though damp lawns may linger from early showers.
After all, a chilly November lies ahead, and this week’s clouds are just the first reminder that fall’s calm can turn quickly.
Five-Day Forecast for Morehead City, NC:
Sat: 66/47 – Sunny, calm breeze; great day outdoors.
Sun: 67/54 – Increasing clouds; turning more humid.
Mon: 64/54 – Scattered showers; breezy at times.
Tue: 63/52 – Mostly cloudy; on-and-off coastal rain.
Wed: 65/54 – Partly sunny; a few lingering showers.
