RALEIGH, N.C. – A clear, golden start greets the Triangle this morning, with crisp air giving way to a stretch of late-fall warmth that feels more like early October than mid-November. Skies will brighten through Friday as high pressure strengthens, delivering a string of mild afternoons and calm nights — a perfect setup for outdoor plans or early holiday decorating.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, sunshine will dominate through Sunday, with afternoon highs climbing from the low 60s Friday to near 75°F by Sunday. Light winds from the southwest will keep the air dry and comfortable, though pollen and dust may tick up as leaves continue to fall. Roads across Wake, Johnston, and Durham counties will stay dry, offering ideal travel conditions for those getting a head start on Thanksgiving trips.
Saturday and Sunday will bring the peak of this warm spell, but change is already on the horizon. A weak front from the Midwest is expected to slide through late Sunday into Monday, bringing slightly cooler, breezier conditions early next week. While rain chances remain slim, temperatures could dip by 15 degrees between Sunday evening and Tuesday morning, marking a noticeable return to normal November chill.
Residents planning outdoor gatherings, football tailgates, or leaf cleanup should make the most of this warm window. Models hint that by late next week, another push of cooler, drier air could arrive — a reminder that winter’s transition isn’t far behind.
Five-Day Forecast for Raleigh, NC:
Fri: 63/47 – Sunny; light wind, mild and pleasant.
Sat: 73/59 – Mostly sunny; warm fall day.
Sun: 75/44 – Partly sunny; warmest day before front.
Mon: 65/44 – Breezy, cooler; sunny afternoon.
Tue: 60/40 – Clear and crisp; early winter feel.
