North Carolina – Headlights glow through low clouds this morning as fog clings to neighborhoods around Raleigh, muting sounds and shortening sightlines on familiar roads. The air feels damp and mild, sidewalks stay slick, and visibility drops quickly in pockets near greenways and low-lying areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, patchy fog lingers through the morning hours before skies brighten. Temperatures rise steadily into the mid-60s today, aided by light southwest winds. Drivers should plan extra time early, especially along I-40, I-440, and US-1, where fog can thicken without warning.
Tonight stays mostly cloudy and mild, with lows near 50. A stronger warm-up arrives Wednesday, pushing highs close to 70 under sunny skies. That warmth continues Thursday, keeping afternoons comfortable and springlike for the first full week of 2026. To be fair, the mild stretch offers a welcome break from winter coats, but it also sets up changing conditions ahead.
Clouds increase late Thursday into Friday as the next system approaches. Rain chances rise by Friday afternoon, with showers becoming more likely into Saturday. Wet pavement, reduced visibility, and heavier traffic are possible as weekend plans ramp up. While no winter precipitation is expected locally, rapid temperature swings can still create slick spots early each morning.
Meteorologists note no hazardous weather is expected beyond fog, but developing systems across the country are being monitored closely. A rare, small earthquake north of Cleveland earlier today serves as a reminder to review basic emergency preparedness, even across the East Coast.
Keep lights on in fog, slow down in low visibility, and watch for changing road conditions by evening. How did the fog look on your commute today?
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Raleigh, NC
• Today: Patchy fog early, then partly sunny. High near 65°F.
• Wednesday: Sunny and warm. High near 69°F.
• Thursday: Partly sunny. High near 67°F.
• Friday: Mostly cloudy, chance of rain late. High near 73°F.
• Saturday: Rain likely. High near 68°F.
