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Welcome to summer in North Carolina. The hottest weather in over a year is on the way, with heat and humidity peaking Thursday and Friday. Slightly cooler, less humid air arrives this weekend, but temperatures will remain hot. Near-record highs are possible.

Hot and humid day ahead with showers and storms possible.

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Additional scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible on Tuesday which could result and localized Flash flooding.

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Hot and humid day ahead with showers and storms possible.

Welcome to summer in North Carolina. The hottest weather in over a year is on the way, with heat and humidity peaking Thursday and Friday. Slightly cooler, less humid air arrives this weekend, but temperatures will remain hot. Near-record highs are possible.

STATEWIDE SNAPSHOT

HOTTEST RIGHT NOW

95°F

Coastal

COOLEST RIGHT NOW

78°F

High Country

6 active alerts in effect for NC

No active alerts in North Carolina

Temps ranging from 78° in High Country to 95° in Coastal. Oppressively humid conditions statewide with dew points in the lower 70s. Thunderstorms ongoing in 2 regions across the state. 6 active alerts in effect across NC.

Mountains

32°

Triad

32°

Central

32°

Charlotte

32°

Coastal

32°

OBX

32°

LATEST POSTS

June 10, 2026

Summer comes roaring in with near record high temperatures ahead

Welcome to Summer in North Carolina. If you're new around here, you'll figure out what that means quickly. Here comes the heat, the hottest temperatures in over a year are on the way for most of the state. Heat and humidity will build through the week, with the highest humidity and heat on Thursday and Friday, and slightly cooler, less humid air for the weekend, though still hot. Above-average to near-record temperatures are possible across the state, especially Thursday and Friday. The only...

June 2, 2026

A very nice period of weather is on the way!

Our Weather Headlines for the rest of the week, a very nice period of weather is on the way. Wednesday & Thursday will feature rather low humidity with highs in the 70s and 80s for most areas under mostly sunny skies. Friday: It'll be a little warmer, with highs in the 80s and 90s across most of the state, cooler along the coast and in the higher mountains. Overnight lows over the next few days will cool off nicely thanks to low humidity levels. Saturday & Sunday: Partly to mostly sunny skies...

May 26, 2026

Additional scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible on Tuesday which could result and localized Flash flooding.

The risk of heavy downpours and some localized Flash Flooding is back today for parts of the state. It is hot and humid! As we continue to have heating and a very saturated atmosphere, scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop once again today. We know there will be a burst of heavy rainfall and even the potential for some flash flooding, but with this setup and our tools today, we can't pinpoint exactly where the Flash Flooding or heavy rainfall will occur. I've created a map in image...

May 22, 2026

North Carolina Holiday Weekend Forecast

THE NORTH CAROLINA HOLIDAY WEEKEND FORECAST: First things first, it is not a washout anywhere, don't let those dumb weather app icons force you to cancel your plans. Be flexible and have a backup, but we will be just fine! It is active, and if you have several hours of outdoor plans, you might have to deal with a thunderstorm, especially in inland areas. Saturday: A couple of isolated showers are possible Saturday morning along the coast and parts of Central and Western NC, then it should be...

May 20, 2026

The rest of the week into the weekend turning more active

⛈️ Let's talk about late week into the Holiday Weekend. I know there is a ton going on, and the weather greatly impacts most events! Here's my thoughts as of now: No, it won't be a washout, and no it won't rain all day, everyday by any means. The weekend itself is looking like a very typical summertime setup across NC! Wednesday: Another hot day is expected with highs in the 80s and 90s; most stay dry today. However, a couple of showers and thunderstorms can't be ruled out, mainly across...

May 18, 2026

Turning hotter and sunny for our Monday across North Carolina!

Summer is making an appearance today and this week across most of the state. Happy Monday, North Carolina! Those summer days in North Carolina have returned, and we will see mostly sunny skies today. Bermuda high pressure will be firmly in control of our weather, and highs will soar into the 80s and 90s for most of the state. A little cooler along the coast, thanks to the sea breeze from the cooler ocean temps, and cooler in the higher elevations of the mountains. A little increase in...

YOUR CURRENT CONDITIONS

Raleigh, NC

94°F

Mostly Sunny

FEELS LIKE

94°

HUMIDITY

49%

DEW POINT

72°

WIND

7 mph S

Outer Banks

Kill Devil Hills area

87°

H: 92°

74

Sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 101. South wind around 10 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Central NC

Raleigh area

94°

H: 101°

74

Sunny, with a high near 101. Heat index values as high as 105. Southwest wind around 8 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

High Country

Boone area

78°

H: 82°

64

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. West wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Coastal

Wilmington area

95°

H: 97°

78

Sunny, with a high near 97. Heat index values as high as 105. Southwest wind around 13 mph.

Piedmont Triad

Greensboro area

92°

H: 98°

72

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Sunny, with a high near 98. Heat index values as high as 101. West wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Mountains

Asheville area

85°

H: 90°

67

A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Northwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Charlotte Metro

Charlotte area

91°

H: 97°

74

Sunny, with a high near 97. Heat index values as high as 105. West southwest wind around 8 mph.

Foothills

Hickory area

90°

H: 96°

70

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 96. Heat index values as high as 100. West wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

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NWS Alert

Heat Advisory

June 14, 2026 at 1:17:36 PM

Heat Advisory issued June 14 at 2:18AM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC ONSET: Jun 14, 3:00 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 14, 4:15 PM UTC WHAT: Heat index values of 102 to 107 are expected. WHERE: Eastern and Southern Piedmont, Sandhills, and a majority of the Coastal Plain. INSTRUCTION: Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

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NWS Alert

Heat Advisory

June 14, 2026 at 1:17:36 PM

Heat Advisory issued June 14 at 2:19AM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC ONSET: Jun 14, 4:00 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 14, 2:30 PM UTC WHAT: Heat index values up to 106 expected. WHERE: Mainland portions of eastern North Carolina away from the coast. INSTRUCTION: Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

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NWS Alert

Beach Hazards Statement

June 14, 2026 at 1:17:36 PM

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 14 at 2:42AM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC ONSET: Jun 14, 10:00 AM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 12:00 AM UTC WHAT: Strong South to North longshore current expected during this afternoon and evening. WHERE: In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Georgetown County. INSTRUCTION: Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into.

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NWS Alert

Beach Hazards Statement

June 14, 2026 at 1:17:36 PM

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 14 at 2:42AM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC ONSET: Jun 14, 10:00 AM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 12:00 AM UTC WHAT: Moderate to Strong West to East longshore expected during this afternoon and evening. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected. WHERE: Coastal Brunswick County. INSTRUCTION: Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into.

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NWS Alert

Beach Hazards Statement

June 14, 2026 at 1:17:35 PM

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 14 at 3:46AM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC ONSET: Jun 14, 7:46 AM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 14, 8:00 PM UTC WHAT: Strong longshore currents in the surf zone. WHERE: The beaches from Cape Hatteras to Surf City. INSTRUCTION: Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it difficult to return to shore.

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NWS Alert

Heat Advisory

June 14, 2026 at 1:17:35 PM

Heat Advisory issued June 14 at 9:08AM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC ONSET: Jun 14, 3:00 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 12:00 AM UTC WHAT: Heat index values up to 109 expected. WHERE: Portions of southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina. INSTRUCTION: To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

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SEVERE WEATHER

June 14, 2026 at 4:09:26 AM

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LIVE UPDATE

June 14, 2026 at 4:06:16 AM

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TEST ALERT

June 14, 2026 at 3:37:54 AM

THIS IS A TEST ALERT FOLKS!

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NWS Alert

Coastal Flood Advisory

June 14, 2026 at 2:26:42 AM

Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 13 at 2:46PM EDT until June 13 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC ONSET: Jun 14, 12:00 AM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 14, 3:00 AM UTC WHAT: Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. WHERE: The lower Cape Fear River including downtown Wilmington. INSTRUCTION: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

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NWS Alert

Beach Hazards Statement

June 14, 2026 at 2:26:41 AM

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 13 at 8:04PM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC ONSET: Jun 14, 12:04 AM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 12:00 AM UTC WHAT: Strong longshore currents in the surf zone. WHERE: The beaches from Oregon Inlet to Surf City. INSTRUCTION: Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it difficult to return to shore.

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LIVE UPDATE

April 13, 2026 at 12:32:23 PM

Ethan will be LIVE with a severe weather update beginning in 15 minutes!


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The Day 31 Tornadoes Hit North Carolina

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