
Tropical Update: Tropical Storm Arthur becomes the first Tropical Storm of the 2026 season about 30 miles ENE of Port Oconnor along the Texas Gulf Coastline. The remains of Arthur and an approaching cold front could bring some gusty winds and scattered rain/storm chances to North Carolina Thursday night into Friday. I'll have more on this post. There's far too much hype with this system; we will be just fine in the Carolinas. Tropical Storm Arthur is mainly a rainstorm with a name because it...
Tropical Storm Arthur forms will bring life-threatening flooding to the gulf coast and some moisture to NC.
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Tropical Storm Arthur forms will bring life-threatening flooding to the gulf coast and some moisture to NC.
Tropical Update: Tropical Storm Arthur becomes the first Tropical Storm of the 2026 season about 30 miles ENE of Port Oconnor along the Texas Gulf Coastline. The remains of Arthur and an approaching cold front could bring some gusty winds and scattered rain/storm chances to North Carolina Thursday night into Friday. I'll have more on this post. There's far too much hype with this system; we will be just fine in the Carolinas. Tropical Storm Arthur is mainly a rainstorm with a name because it...
STATEWIDE SNAPSHOT
HOTTEST RIGHT NOW
92°F
Central NC
COOLEST RIGHT NOW
76°F
High Country
4 active alerts in effect for NC
No active alerts in North Carolina
Temps ranging from 76° in High Country to 92° in Central NC. Somewhat humid statewide with dew points in the lower 60s. Isolated thunderstorm activity in parts of NC. 4 active alerts in effect across NC.
Mountains
32°
Triad
32°
Central
32°
Charlotte
32°
Coastal
32°
OBX
32°
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June 14, 2026
SUNDAY: Chance for strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening
Hot and humid conditions will fuel scattered thunderstorms this afternoon and evening, with a few storms capable of producing damaging winds. Not everyone will see rain, but if you have outdoor plans, stay weather-aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings. Slightly cooler air arrives to start the week.

June 12, 2026
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.
YOUR CURRENT CONDITIONS
Raleigh, NC
92°F
Sunny
FEELS LIKE
92°
HUMIDITY
34%
DEW POINT
60°
WIND
9 mph SW
Outer Banks
Kill Devil Hills area
81°
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
92°
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
76°
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
83°
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
90°
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
83°
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
89°
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
86°
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
Beach Hazards Statement
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:13 PM
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 14 at 10:04AM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC ONSET: Jun 14, 2:04 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 12:00 AM 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.
NWS Alert
Heat Advisory
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:13 PM
Heat Advisory issued June 14 at 11:12AM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC ONSET: Jun 14, 3:12 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 12:00 AM UTC WHAT: Heat index values up to 104. WHERE: A portion of central North Carolina. 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.
NWS Alert
Coastal Flood Advisory
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:13 PM
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 14 at 2:13PM EDT until June 15 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC ONSET: Jun 15, 12:00 AM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 2:00 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.
NWS Alert
Coastal Flood Advisory
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:13 PM
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 14 at 2:13PM EDT until June 14 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC ONSET: Jun 14, 10:00 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 1:00 AM UTC WHAT: For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong south to north longshore current. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. WHERE: Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. 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. 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.
NWS Alert
Coastal Flood Advisory
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:13 PM
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 14 at 2:13PM EDT until June 14 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC ONSET: Jun 14, 10:00 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 1:00 AM UTC WHAT: For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. WHERE: Coastal Brunswick County. 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. 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.
NWS Alert
Beach Hazards Statement
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:12 PM
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 14 at 2:13PM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC ONSET: Jun 14, 6:13 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 1:00 AM UTC WHAT: For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. WHERE: Coastal Brunswick County. 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. 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.
NWS Alert
Beach Hazards Statement
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:12 PM
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 14 at 2:13PM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC ONSET: Jun 14, 6:13 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 15, 1:00 AM UTC WHAT: For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong south to north longshore current. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. WHERE: Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. 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. 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.
NWS Alert
Heat Advisory
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:12 PM
The Heat Advisory has been cancelled. ONSET: Jun 14, 10:25 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 14, 10:40 PM UTC
NWS Alert
Special Weather Statement
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:11 PM
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 6:32PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC ONSET: Jun 14, 10:32 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 14, 11:30 PM UTC WHAT: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE: Roanoke Rapids, Warrenton, Halifax, Scotland Neck, Dortches, Littleton, Red Oak, Enfield, Weldon, and Whitakers. INSTRUCTION: If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
NWS Alert
Special Weather Statement
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:11 PM
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 6:40PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC ONSET: Jun 14, 10:40 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 14, 11:30 PM UTC WHAT: Wind gusts up to 40 mph. WHERE: Robbinsville, Town Of Santeetlah, Smoky Mountains-Fontana Area, Lake Santeetlah, Fontana Lake, Fontana Village, Smoky Mountains-Twentymile Creek, Smoky Mountains-Kuwohi, Smoky Mountains-Deep Creek, and Wesser. INSTRUCTION: If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
NWS Alert
Special Weather Statement
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:11 PM
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 6:47PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC ONSET: Jun 14, 10:47 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 14, 11:30 PM UTC WHAT: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE: Lillington, Dunn, Angier, Godwin, Spring Lake, Erwin, Coats, Linden, Raven Rock State Park, and Pineview. INSTRUCTION: If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
NWS Alert
Special Weather Statement
June 14, 2026 at 11:11:11 PM
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 6:54PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC ONSET: Jun 14, 10:54 PM UTC EXPIRES: Jun 14, 11:30 PM UTC WHAT: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. WHERE: Lumberton, Dillon, Pembroke, Fairmont, Latta, Rowland, Hamer, South Of The Border, Barnesville, Buie, Purvis, Little Rock, Minturn, Elrod, Raemon, Proctorville, Mcdonald, Orrum, Raynham, and Mcleod Medical Center. INSTRUCTION: If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

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