Raleigh, NC – Dense fog will linger across central North Carolina until 9 a.m. Sunday, creating hazardous driving conditions on major roadways, including I-40 and I-85. Visibility is expected to drop to a quarter mile or less in affected areas, and drivers are urged to use low-beam headlights and slow down, especially in school zones or near bus routes.
According to the National Weather Service, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect for Raleigh and neighboring cities, including Chapel Hill and Durham, as of early Sunday morning. Once the fog clears, a cold front will sweep through the region, bringing Arctic air and plummeting temperatures into the teens overnight. Wind chill values could drop into single digits, prompting public safety officials to encourage residents to bundle up and limit outdoor exposure.
The start of the week will see high temperatures struggle to surpass freezing, with Monday forecasted to be sunny but cold, with a high near 33°F. Tuesday could bring snow to the region, with the greatest chance for accumulation occurring overnight into early Wednesday. The system is expected to bring icy conditions, particularly in eastern North Carolina.
Residents should monitor weather updates and prepare for the possibility of snow by midweek. Those traveling Tuesday night should plan for delays and ensure vehicles are winter-ready. The week will conclude with temperatures remaining below freezing through Wednesday, with lows in Raleigh reaching as far as 12°F Wednesday night.
Stay tuned to the National Weather Service for updates and travel advisories.
