RALEIGH, N.C. – After a calm, crisp Friday morning across central North Carolina, a shift toward wetter, cooler fall weather is on the way this weekend. Residents around Raleigh, Durham, and Cary should prepare for scattered showers developing Saturday evening and peaking Sunday, followed by a sharp cool-down as drier air moves in.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, a low-pressure system will slide east across the Carolinas Saturday into Sunday, bringing a 40–50% chance of rain. Showers may cause slick stretches along I-40 and U.S. 1, especially Sunday morning. Drivers heading to church services or pumpkin patch events should use extra caution and allow extra travel time.
Behind the system, northeast winds will usher in cooler, drier air by Monday, signaling a more classic mid-October feel. Temperatures will fall back into the 50s overnight and stay mild in the 70s through midweek. Sunny skies are expected to dominate most of next week, offering near-perfect conditions for outdoor fall festivals, leaf viewing, and local events.
While no frost or freeze is expected yet for the Triangle, cooler mornings early next week will mark a noticeable seasonal shift. Residents are encouraged to check gutters, secure outdoor décor, and plan yardwork ahead of next weekend’s next potential cool push.
Five-Day Forecast for Raleigh, NC:
Fri: 71/57 – Mostly sunny; light northeast breeze.
Sat: 69/62 – Increasing clouds; 40% chance of late rain.
Sun: 71/58 – Scattered showers; slick roads early along I-40.
Mon: 75/58 – Mostly sunny, breezy; classic fall feel returns.
Tue: 77/56 – Bright and mild; ideal for outdoor plans.
