Raleigh, North Carolina – A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect across central North Carolina until 10 a.m. Monday, as remaining snow, slush, and standing water refreeze in well below-freezing temperatures, creating hazardous travel conditions.
According to the National Weather Service Raleigh office, snow from Sunday combined with refreezing moisture overnight is leading to slick and icy roads across a wide portion of the state. Temperatures are expected to remain below freezing through the Monday morning commute, allowing hazardous conditions to persist despite improving daylight.
The advisory covers much of central North Carolina, including Wake, Durham, Orange, Guilford, Forsyth, Alamance, Johnston, Nash, Edgecombe, Cumberland, Sampson, Harnett, Moore, Lee, Richmond, and Scotland counties, among others. Cities impacted include Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Fayetteville, Cary, Goldsboro, Rocky Mount, Sanford, and Southern Pines.
Major travel corridors likely to be affected include Interstate 40 through Raleigh and Durham, Interstate 85 near Durham and Burlington, Interstate 95 near Fayetteville and Wilson, and U.S. highways 1, 64, 70, and 421. The National Weather Service warns that bridges, overpasses, and untreated secondary roads are especially susceptible to icing.
Officials caution that conditions may appear improved in some areas, but black ice can be difficult to detect, particularly during the early morning hours. Motorists are urged to slow down, increase following distance, and avoid sudden braking. Pedestrians should also use caution on sidewalks, stairs, and driveways.
The advisory is expected to expire mid-morning as temperatures rise above freezing, allowing gradual improvement. However, isolated slick spots may linger longer in shaded areas.
This advisory may be especially impactful for morning commuters, school transportation, emergency services, and delivery drivers across central North Carolina.
Residents are encouraged to check current road conditions by calling 511 and continue monitoring updates from the National Weather Service as conditions improve later this morning.
