North Carolina begins the day under soft, muted light as thin clouds drift inland from the coast. The breeze feels crisp near the water, and early drivers may notice a cool dampness settling on windshields. Pavement glistens slightly in spots where mist lingers, offering a subtle reminder that weather shifts often arrive quietly before holiday travel ramps up. Anyone starting long-distance trips today should expect smooth conditions but stay aware of Saturday’s developing rain threat.
Today turns warmer as sunshine builds through the late morning. Temperatures climb toward the mid-60s, and skies brighten enough for outdoor errands, coastal walks, or early Thanksgiving preparation. To be fair, this pattern feels more like late fall than an early-winter setup. But national models continue hinting at bigger changes next week—potential heavy snow somewhere across the central or northern U.S. between November 25 and December 3, which could ripple into air-travel delays.
Friday stays mostly cloudy with highs pushing near 70. Winds turn south and strengthen slightly in the afternoon, signaling the push of warmer, moisture-laden air ahead of Saturday’s system. That system brings the biggest weather impact for Newport: a high probability of rain Saturday, especially from midday into early afternoon. Gusty winds and steady rain may complicate coastal travel and slow traffic near Morehead City, Havelock, and US-70.
Conditions clear quickly Saturday night. Sunday returns to full sunshine and highs in the low 60s—prime weather for outdoor cleanup or early decorating. Monday stays warm and quiet before moisture increases again mid-week.
Five-Day Outlook:
Saturday: Rain likely early, high 75.
Sunday: Sunny, near 62.
Monday: Sunny, near 66.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, near 70.
Wednesday: Rain chance, high 72.
