Raleigh, NC – A frosty start greets central North Carolina this Friday morning as clear skies and calm winds drop temperatures into the 30s. The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory until 9 a.m., warning that exposed plants and tender vegetation could be damaged if left unprotected. Gardeners across the Triangle and northern Piedmont are urged to cover plants or bring potted ones indoors before sunrise chill takes hold.
By late morning, sunshine breaks through as temperatures rebound into the mid-60s, marking a sharp recovery from the cold dawn. The pattern stays pleasant through Sunday, with highs near 65°F and nights dipping into the low 40s. Skies will remain mostly clear through the weekend, offering ideal weather for yard cleanup or early Halloween decorating.
Still, Friday brings a double headline: increased fire danger through this afternoon as dry air and gusty winds spread across the region. The National Weather Service advises residents to avoid outdoor burning, as humidity dips and brush stays dry. Even small fires could spread quickly under these conditions.
Looking ahead, clouds build Sunday night into Monday with the next chance of rain developing early next week. Temperatures stay seasonal, trending slightly warmer by midweek—just in time for Halloween week preparations. For now, the cold snap serves as a crisp reminder: frost season has officially begun across central North Carolina.
