Raleigh, NC – As North Carolina heads into the weekend, a diverse range of weather conditions is expected across the state. Today, Friday, brings mostly dry weather, but isolated showers and thunderstorms are possible along the coast, particularly near Cape Lookout. Inland areas will experience warmer and drier conditions.
Saturday is set to bring continued isolated showers along the coast, with a 45% chance of rain in regions such as Newport. Highs will hover around 83°F. Inland, temperatures will climb slightly higher, with Raleigh expecting a sunny day and a high near 84°F.
Sunday will see a further warming trend, especially inland, where highs could reach 86°F in areas like Newport. The coastal regions will remain on alert for scattered showers, though most of the day is expected to be partly sunny.
Looking ahead to next week, the trend of warming temperatures will continue, with Monday through Wednesday showing highs reaching the upper 80s and low 90s across much of the state. Inland areas, particularly Raleigh, could see temperatures peak at 94°F by mid-week, with consistent sunshine dominating the forecast.
This weekend presents a mix of weather patterns, with those along the coast needing to keep an eye on potential showers, while inland residents can enjoy mostly warm and sunny conditions.
