Morehead City, NC – Residents and visitors in Morehead City should prepare for hazardous beach conditions and potential flooding through Saturday, as the National Weather Service has issued Coastal Flood and High Surf Advisories. These advisories remain in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday, with significant impacts expected along the coastline.
According to the National Weather Service, floodwaters could rise up to one foot above ground level in low-lying areas, particularly near tidal waterways. Large waves, potentially reaching 10 feet, pose dangers for swimmers and surfers, with strong rip currents making the waters particularly treacherous. Beachgoers are urged to stay out of the water and avoid venturing too close to breaking waves, which could cause serious injuries.
For those traveling, coastal roads may experience closures due to flooding. Drivers are advised to take alternate routes and avoid attempting to drive through flooded areas.
Detailed Forecast for the Weekend and Beyond
• Tonight (Friday Night): Expect a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with conditions becoming partly cloudy after midnight. Winds will reach speeds of up to 18 mph, and temperatures will drop to a low of 73°F.
• Saturday: Patchy fog is expected between 7 and 8 a.m., with skies clearing up as the day progresses. Highs will reach 83°F, with light winds of 8 to 10 mph.
• Saturday Night: There is a slight chance of showers after 2 a.m. Winds will calm to 3-8 mph, and temperatures will drop to 71°F.
• Sunday: Another 30% chance of thunderstorms during the afternoon, but mostly sunny conditions will prevail earlier in the day. Highs will remain around 83°F.
• Sunday Night: A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms continues into the evening. Expect partly cloudy skies with a low around 70°F.
• Monday: A slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 83°F. Rain chances are low at 20%.Looking into next week, the weather should calm down by Tuesday, with mostly sunny skies and a high of 82°F. Wednesday and Thursday are forecasted to bring clear, sunny skies, with temperatures in the mid-80s during the day and cooling down into the low 60s at night.
As conditions improve through the week, locals and visitors alike can look forward to pleasant beach weather, but remain cautious throughout the weekend, and heed all weather alerts to ensure safety.
Stay updated by monitoring weather reports and taking necessary precautions, especially in coastal areas.
