The North Carolina Weather Podcast

Your evening North Carolina weather update North Carolina is settling into a classic late winter pattern today with temperatures making that familiar swing from chilly mornings to mild afternoons. Here comes dry conditions statewide as high pressure keeps things quiet. Starting your Thursday morning, we're waking up to temperatures around 42 degrees at 6 A.M.

Your midday North Carolina weather update A typical North Carolina weather pattern settles in today with cool morning temperatures giving way to pleasant afternoon conditions statewide. Here comes a dry Thursday with temperatures climbing steadily through the day. This morning started chilly with temperatures bottoming out around 42 degrees near 6 A.M.

Your morning North Carolina weather update Frost and freeze alerts are in effect across much of North Carolina this morning, with temperatures dropping as low as 31 degrees in some areas. These conditions pose a real threat to sensitive vegetation and outdoor plumbing. Right now at 6 A.M., we're sitting at 36 degrees, but the coldest air settles in around 7 A.M.

Your evening North Carolina weather update That sunshine outside? It's a bit of a liar today, step out the door and you'll feel the bite immediately. A stubborn cold air mass has parked itself right over us, running well below the seasonal norm.

Your midday North Carolina weather update Step outside and that crisp air will slap you awake, we're sitting at 38 degrees after bottoming out at 30 overnight. Clear skies, bright sun. And the coldest stretch we've seen in weeks.

Your morning North Carolina weather update Step outside and that 30 degrees will slap you awake faster than your coffee. Wind chill making it feel closer to 25 degrees across the Triangle and Piedmont.

Your midday North Carolina weather update After nearly an inch of rain yesterday, we're waking up to 31 degrees and that sharp, clean cold that makes your breath fog. 📍 Keywords: midday weather update | March weather | North Carolina | NC weather forecast | midday forecast | North Carolina weather

Your evening North Carolina weather update We just soaked up over an inch of rain — most of it in the last six hours alone. Right now it's 64 degrees with drizzle still hanging on, but winter's about to crash the party. 📍 Keywords: North Carolina weather | NC weather forecast | March weather | evening forecast | North Carolina | evening weather update

Your midday North Carolina weather update Folks, this isn't a drill. We're tracking a severe weather outbreak across North Carolina that we see maybe once a decade. Right now at 1 P.M., you're feeling that muggy 66 degrees with drizzle. 📍 Keywords: March weather | North Carolina weather | midday forecast | NC weather forecast | midday weather update | North Carolina

Your morning North Carolina weather update Folks, this isn't a drill, severe thunderstorms are slamming into North Carolina right now. And some could spawn tornadoes. The Storm Prediction Center issued a Moderate Risk — that's a Level 4 out of 5. 📍 Keywords: March weather | morning forecast | morning weather update | NC weather forecast | North Carolina | North Carolina weather

Your evening North Carolina weather update Step outside right now and you'll feel it — 66 degrees, muggy, overcast. It's fuel for what's coming. 📍 Keywords: evening forecast | NC weather forecast | North Carolina | evening weather update | North Carolina weather | March weather

Your midday North Carolina weather update Step outside right now and you'll feel 72 degrees of pure spring sunshine. Feels nice, doesn't it? Don't get too comfortable, a dangerous storm system is racing toward us. 📍 Keywords: North Carolina | North Carolina weather | March weather | midday forecast | NC weather forecast | midday weather update

Your morning North Carolina weather update We're tracking a dynamic and dangerous weather pattern unfolding over the next 24 hours. Today starts deceptively quiet and warm, with temperatures climbing into the low 70s this afternoon under partly sunny skies. But don't let the calm fool you, a powerful cold front is bearing down on the state. 📍 Keywords: North Carolina weather | morning weather update | North Carolina | NC weather forecast | March weather | morning forecast

Good evening. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you're feeling real warmth, we're sitting at 70 degrees right now. That's well above normal for mid-March, it feels more like late April out there. But This is the calm before a very big storm. Sunday starts deceptively quiet, highs climb to the low 70s across the Piedmont and Triangle. Asheville stays cooler in the low 60s, you'll notice clouds increasing through the afternoon. As the sun sets. Scattered storms fire up after 3 P.M. The best chance to see rain is between 4 P.M. and 8 P.M. Most of us stay dry tonight, but lows remain mild in the mid 40s to near 50. Now for Monday. A strong cold front sweeps in early. Here comes a line of strong to severe storms, the main threat window is from 10 A.M. Through 7 P.M. Damaging wind gusts are the primary concern, an isolated tornado can't be ruled out. Rainfall totals could reach three quarters of an inch, as the front exits, temperatures crash. Monday night lows drop into the 20s. Moving on. The mountains see a quick changeover to snow showers. Light accumulation is possible above 3,500 feet. Temperature-wise. Tuesday brings the reality check, highs only reach the mid 40s. That's a good 20 degrees colder than Monday, expect blustery northwest winds up to 20 miles an hour. Moving on. Tuesday night is brutal, lows bottom out in the 20s across the Piedmont. The mountains drop to the upper teens. Here's your heads-up for the week ahead. Wednesday stays cool but sunny, with highs near 50, we warm back into the low 60s on Thursday. By Friday, we're back to near 70 degrees under mostly sunny skies. The weekend looks fantastic. Highs Saturday approach the mid 75s. Looking ahead. Please enjoy the beautiful weather today. But make sure you've a way to receive weather alerts for Monday night. That storm system will pack a punch. See you tomorrow.

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Good morning. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you'll feel it, fifty-two degrees at sunrise. And we're just getting started. Today's bringing unseasonable warmth — the kind that makes you wonder if March forgot what month it's. The Piedmont wakes up around 58 and climbs to 82 by mid-afternoon, that's 30 degrees above normal for early March. Rain showers develop around noon and stick around through early evening, with the heaviest hitting around 4 P.M. The Triangle starts a touch cooler at 56 but reaches the same 82 by late afternoon. You'll stay mostly dry through the day, though a slight chance of rain pops up after 8 A.M. Head west into the mountains, while and Here comes 54 climbing to 78. A brief thunderstorm could roll through around 3 P.M., but coverage stays isolated. As the sun sets. Tonight stays mild statewide. The Piedmont drops to 64 with a slight chance of thunderstorms early evening. The Triangle settles near 62, mostly clear, the mountains cool to 58 under partly cloudy skies. Looking ahead. Looking at the week ahead. Wednesday cranks the heat even higher — mid-80s statewide, possibly flirting with record territory. Because Thursday brings a dramatic shift. A strong cold front barrels through early morning, delivering widespread rain and embedded thunderstorms. Totals could reach half an inch or more. And southeastern counties face a low-end severe weather threat. Behind the front, temperatures crash hard — highs only reach the mid-60s Thursday before dropping to the low 60s Friday. The weekend rebounds nicely with sunshine and low 70s Saturday. Sunday starts pleasant but rain chances return by evening. Looking ahead. Perfect day for a walk if you ask me. See you this afternoon.

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Good afternoon. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you'll feel May weather showing up two months early. We're sitting at 62 degrees after a mild overnight low of 55. That trace of rain we picked up — about six hundredths of an inch — is already gone. Dense fog blanketed parts of the Piedmont and mountains this morning, dropping visibility to a quarter mile in spots. Made for a tricky commute. That fog should lift by late morning as sunshine punches through. Once it clears? Beautiful afternoon ahead with mostly sunny skies. Highs today reach the mid to upper 70s statewide. Charlotte and Raleigh both top out near 78 degrees — about 31 degrees above normal for early March. Head west toward Asheville and Here comes 74. We're not quite hitting record territory, but this is unseasonably warm. Tonight stays mild with partly cloudy skies. Lows drop to the low to mid 50s across most areas. Western North Carolina cools to 52, while the Piedmont and Triangle hover around 55 to 57. Tuesday brings near-record heat — low 80s with scattered showers and maybe a thunderstorm, especially in the morning. Wednesday stays hot with mid 80s before a strong cold front barrels through Wednesday night. That front brings widespread rain, possible thunderstorms. And a dramatic cooldown. Thursday's high only reaches the mid to upper 60s with showers likely. The mountains could even see a brief mix of rain and snow at higher elevations. Friday turns sunny and pleasant with highs in the mid 60s. The weekend looks beautiful — sunny skies, low 70s, perfect early spring weather. Enjoy this warmth while it lasts. See you this evening.

Good morning. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. If you stepped outside this morning, you might've thought someone turned the state into a cloud. Dense fog has rolled in overnight, dropping visibility to a quarter mile or less across the Piedmont and Triangle. The National Weather Service has a Dense Fog Advisory through 11 A.M. Take it slow if you're commuting. Use your low beams, not your brights — fog turns high beams into a wall of white. Give yourself extra space. Once that fog burns off by late morning, we're in for something special. Highs climb into the mid to upper 70s statewide — about 31 degrees above normal for early March. Charlotte and the Triangle both hit 78 degrees. Even the mountains see a pleasant 74. Light west winds keep things comfortable. Perfect weather for a lunchtime walk if you ask me. Tonight stays mild with lows in the low to mid 50s. The mountains drop to 52 degrees, while the Piedmont and Triangle settle near 55 to 57. Tuesday cranks the heat even higher. Highs soar into the low 80s across most of the state — Charlotte and the Triangle both reach 82 degrees, while the mountains hit 78. Near-record territory. There's a chance of scattered showers and maybe a thunderstorm, especially in the morning. Nothing severe expected, but keep an umbrella handy. Wednesday stays hot with mid 80s before a strong cold front crashes the party Wednesday night. That front brings widespread rain, isolated thunderstorms. And much cooler air. Thursday sees showers likely with highs only in the mid to upper 60s. The mountains could even see a rain-snow mix at higher elevations. Friday turns sunny and pleasant with mid 60s. The weekend looks beautiful — sunny skies with highs climbing back to around 70 degrees. Enjoy the warmth while it lasts. See you this afternoon.

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Good afternoon. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you're greeted by 70 degrees and air thick enough to drink. Overnight only dipped to 66. That's spring showing up early to the party. But here's the catch. Scattered thunderstorms are firing up this afternoon as a weak cold front slides through. All this moisture in the air? Perfect fuel. Storms develop across the Piedmont and Triangle between noon and early evening. The I-30 corridor takes the highest risk. Some storms could pack gusty winds and brief hail. Nothing catastrophic, but enough to ruin an outdoor lunch. Western North Carolina sees the earliest action. Rain showers kick off around 11 A.M., then thunderstorms roll through by early afternoon. Highs reach the upper 60s in the mountains. Down in the Piedmont, you hit 77 degrees before storms arrive around 2 P.M. The Triangle stays cloudy through midday, then storms develop between 1 P.M. and midnight. Expect a high near 78. Tonight, storms fade. Patchy fog creeps across the mountains. Lows settle near 50 out west, upper 50s across the Piedmont and Triangle. Monday brings fog early, then mostly sunny skies. Highs climb to the mid-to-upper 70s. Tuesday turns even warmer — low 80s statewide. Wednesday could challenge record highs, pushing the mid-80s. That's 30 degrees above normal for mid-March. But Wednesday night flips the script. A strong cold front barrels through with showers and possible severe weather. Thursday sees rain early, then clearing skies and a sharp cooldown. Highs drop to the mid-60s to low 70s. Friday and Saturday bring sunshine and comfortable temperatures in the 60s and low 70s. One more thing — clocks spring forward tonight. You lose an hour of sleep, but sunset tonight comes at 7:16 P.M. More daylight is on the way. See you this evening.

Good morning. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you're already at 67 degrees. That muggy warmth? It's sticking around while storms roll through. Showers and thunderstorms are moving in this morning, heaviest through mid-afternoon. Western North Carolina takes the brunt — storms fire up around 6 A.M. and hang around through early evening. You've got an 80 percent chance of getting soaked. Highs near 69 before cooling to 50 tonight. The Triangle and Piedmont get a later start. Clouds dominate the morning, then scattered storms develop after 1 P.M. The Triangle hits 78 degrees around 4 P.M., while the Piedmont reaches 77 by early afternoon. Storms taper off by midnight. Lows drop to 59. Here's the thing — some of these storms could pack a punch. Damaging winds and hail are possible, especially along the I-77 corridor this afternoon. The Storm Prediction Center has a Marginal Risk posted for our eastern areas. Keep an eye on the sky. Looking ahead through the week. Monday brings widespread fog before 9 A.M., then mostly sunny skies with highs in the mid to upper 70s statewide. Tuesday cranks up the heat — we're talking 82 in the Piedmont, 83 in the Triangle. And 79 in the mountains. That's flirting with record territory for early March. Wednesday pushes even warmer — mid-80s across the board. Charlotte and Raleigh could tie daily records. But A strong cold front crashes through Wednesday night into Thursday, bringing widespread rain and possibly severe storms. Behind it, temperatures tumble hard. Friday sees highs only in the low 60s, with overnight lows dipping to the upper 30s. Classic North Carolina — dramatic and unapologetic. See you this afternoon.

Good morning. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. In Step outside you’ll feel it, that heavy, damp air clinging to you like a wet sweater. We’re waking up to dense fog across the southeast, with visibility dropping to a quarter-mile in spots. If you’re driving this morning, take it slow and keep those headlights on. That gray blanket should lift by mid-morning, setting the stage for a warm, wild day. Here’s what’s happening statewide. The Piedmont wakes up to patchy fog until about 10 A.M., then sunshine fights its way out. You’re looking at a high of 79 degrees — that’s 32 degrees warmer than usual for early March. Southwest winds pick up, gusting to 21 miles an hour. You might see a stray thunderstorm late today, but the real action waits until tonight. Down in the Triangle, the fog burns off faster. By noon, it feels like late April with highs hitting 81 degrees under mostly sunny skies. Just keep an eye to the west — a stray shower could roll in late tonight as temperatures dip to 65. The mountains are the wild card today. Mostly sunny skies give way to scattered showers and thunderstorms by mid-afternoon, hitting 76 degrees. Tonight is when things get interesting. The National Weather Service has flagged a marginal risk for severe weather west of I-85, especially in the foothills. Damaging wind gusts are the main threat there. Tonight, storms roll through the mountains and Piedmont after 8 P.M. With a and thunder. Lows stay mild — 63 in the Piedmont, 65 in the Triangle. And 56 up high. Sunday brings a cold front sweeping through with widespread showers and storms. Highs drop slightly — 77 in the Piedmont, 78 in the Triangle. And 71 in the mountains. Rainfall totals could hit a quarter-inch, but gusts up to 22 miles an hour will grab your attention. Looking ahead, the warmth hangs on through midweek. Highs climb into the low 80s by Tuesday. Then a strong cold front crashes the party Thursday. By Friday, highs struggle to hit 60 — a sharp 32 degrees-degree swing from Wednesday’s summer-like feel. Enjoy the spring preview today, but don't put away the rain gear just yet. See you tomorrow. See you this afternoon.

Good morning. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you'll feel something that has no business showing up this early. We're sitting at 61 degrees. And honestly? This is just the warm-up act. By mid-afternoon, the Piedmont hits 80 degrees. The Triangle pushes even warmer at 82. Western North Carolina climbs to 77. We're talking 51 degrees above normal — the kind of warmth you'd expect in mid-May, not early March. Near-record territory statewide. Around 2 P.M., watch for a few brief thunderstorms to pop up across the Piedmont and the mountains. Nothing severe, just the atmosphere releasing some built-up energy. Most of you won't see a drop, but if you hear a rumble, don't be shocked. Tonight stays ridiculously mild. Lows only dip to the low 60s statewide. That's warmer than many spring afternoons. Leave the heavy blankets in the closet. Saturday continues the trend with highs in the upper 70s. Morning fog is possible, especially along the coast and in the Sandhills, so give yourself extra time if you're heading out early. Otherwise, expect partly sunny skies and light southwest winds. Sunday is when things shift. A weak front slides in, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms. Rain chances jump to 60 percent, especially in the afternoon. Highs still reach the upper 70s before the front arrives. Looking ahead, this unseasonable warmth sticks around all week. Monday through Wednesday, expect highs in the low 80s with daily chances for afternoon showers. The spring equinox is just two weeks away. And we're getting a serious preview. Perfect weather for a lunch break outside if you ask me. Just don't get too used to it. See you tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast See you tomorrow.

Good afternoon. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you'll feel something that has no business showing up in early March. We're sitting at 66 degrees. And this is just the warm-up act. In the next 24 hours. The Piedmont climbs to 78 this afternoon. That's nearly 47 degrees warmer than normal for this time of year. Over in the Triangle? You hit 79. Western North Carolina tops out at 76. Southwest winds gust to 20 miles an hour, keeping that mild air pumping in. Tonight barely cools off. Lows only drop to the upper 50s and low 60s statewide. That's warmer than some April nights. Partly cloudy skies stick around as Gulf moisture streams north. Friday cranks the heat even higher. Low 80s across most of the state. We're flirting with record territory here. Western North Carolina might see a few afternoon showers as deeper moisture arrives, but it's just a slight chance. Saturday mirrors Friday. Mostly sunny, highs near 80. And that same slight chance of mountain showers. Sunday brings the shift. A weakening front stalls right over central North Carolina. And that means likely showers and thunderstorms. Highs still reach the upper 70s despite cloudier skies. Rain chances run around 60 percent statewide. Monday keeps scattered showers around with highs near 77. Tuesday briefly dries out and heats back up to the low 80s. Wednesday ramps up rain chances again to 50 percent as another system rolls in. The bottom line? This is exceptionally warm for early March. Tonight's full moon rises under summer-like conditions. Enjoy the warmth while it lasts. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Fifty-seven degrees already. And we're about to blow past that. We're talking upper 70s to around 80 degrees this afternoon. That's 48 degrees to 48 degrees warmer than normal for early March. Spring doesn't officially start for two more weeks, but someone forgot to tell the weather. In the next 24 hours. Down in the Triangle, watch for patchy fog until about 8 A.M. It burns off fast. By mid-afternoon you're hitting 79 degrees with southwest winds gusting to 20 miles an hour. The Piedmont climbs to 78 under partly sunny skies. Push west into the mountains and you'll see 76 — still way above normal, just a touch cooler thanks to the elevation. Tonight stays ridiculously mild. Lows only drop to the upper 50s, maybe 60. That's warmer than our average HIGH this time of year. Step outside after sunset and you'll catch the full moon rising. Perfect evening for it. Friday keeps the warmth rolling. Triangle pushes 81 degrees. Slight chance of an afternoon shower, but most of us stay dry. Then the pattern flips. A cold front stalls nearby this weekend, pulling in Gulf moisture. Shower and storm chances ramp up Saturday, especially Sunday. Sunday's the wetter day with a 60 percent chance of storms. Highs hold in the upper 70s though. Early next week we stay mild with scattered showers possible each day. Tuesday could touch 83 in spots. If you're enjoying these daily updates, a quick rating really helps us out. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good evening. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Seventy-two degrees right now. In early March. That's not just warm. That's running about 49 degrees hotter than normal. The calendar might say winter, but the thermometer is clearly confused. In the next 24 hours. Here's the setup. A Bermuda high is pumping tropical air straight into the Carolinas. That means we're looking at near-record warmth through the weekend. Tonight stays unusually mild. The Triangle and Piedmont hold around 55 degrees. Even up in the mountains. Western North Carolina only dips to about 49 under partly cloudy skies. If you step outside tonight, catch the full moon rising through those thinning clouds. Tomorrow brings more of the same. The Triangle tops out near 79 degrees. The Piedmont reaches about 76. Western North Carolina climbs to 76 as well under mostly sunny skies. Just watch for patchy fog between 7 and 9 A.M. Around Raleigh and Durham. It should burn off quickly once the sun gets up. Looking ahead, this spring preview keeps going. Friday and Saturday both push toward 80 degrees. That's territory we'd normally see in late April. Rain chances creep up over the weekend as moisture builds. Sunday looks like the wettest day with showers and thunderstorms likely statewide. Monday keeps the rain around before we dry out Tuesday. The spring equinox is just two weeks away. But honestly? It feels like it's already here. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight every day now. Sunrise at 6:42 this morning. Sunset at 6:13 this evening. If you get a chance, just step outside and For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good afternoon. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you might think the calendar is playing tricks on you. We're sitting at 76 degrees right now under clear skies. That's nearly 49 degrees above normal for early March. The overnight low of 44 degrees already feels like a distant memory. In the next 24 hours. Here's what's happening across the state. The Piedmont reaches 75 degrees this afternoon with mostly sunny skies. The Triangle is the warm spot at 76 degrees. Western North Carolina also hits 75 with a bit more cloud cover. Tonight, temperatures only dip to around 55 degrees in the Piedmont and Triangle, while the mountains cool to 49. Thursday brings more of the same warmth. Patchy fog may develop between 7 and 9 A.M., especially from the Triangle southward. Give yourself a few extra minutes for the commute. Highs climb to 76 in the Piedmont, 79 in the Triangle. And 76 out west. The five-day outlook? We stay in this unseasonably warm pattern through the weekend. Highs hold in the upper 70s to near 80 degrees — roughly 49 degrees to 49 degrees above what we'd expect. Rain chances creep in Friday afternoon and increase over the weekend. Sunday looks to be the wettest day with showers and thunderstorms likely. Tonight's full moon will be something to see with those clear skies. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. And the spring equinox is just two weeks away. Although honestly, spring seems to have arrived early. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good afternoon. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you might think the calendar is lying. We're sitting at 73 degrees right now under clear skies. That's running about 49 degrees warmer than usual for early March. The overnight low was 44, so we've already warmed up nicely. In the next 24 hours. Here's the setup. Highs today reach 75 to 76 degrees statewide under mostly sunny skies. The Piedmont and Triangle both hit the mid 70s with a gentle southwest breeze. Head west to the mountains and you'll find partly sunny skies with the same 75 degrees high, though tonight's low dips to 49 degrees. That's cooler than the Piedmont's 55. Tonight brings a full moon. It's a perfect evening to be outside. And you'll not even need a heavy jacket. Tomorrow morning, watch for patchy fog between 7 and 9 A.M., especially in the Triangle area. It burns off quickly. Highs Thursday climb to 76 to 79 degrees, even warmer than today. Looking ahead, this spring preview continues. Friday and Saturday both top out near 80 degrees. That's approaching record territory. But the pattern shifts Sunday. A front brings showers and thunderstorms, with rain likely by afternoon. That unsettled weather lingers into Monday before clearing Tuesday. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. Sunrise is at 6:42 A.M., sunset at 6:13 P.M. The spring equinox is just two weeks away, but honestly? It already feels like spring arrived early. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. That gray ceiling overhead is about to lift in spectacular fashion. We're sitting at 44 degrees right now under overcast skies, but the clouds will burn off quickly this morning. By afternoon, we surge to around 75 degrees — that's nearly 42 degrees above normal for early March. In the next 24 hours. If you're driving early, take it slow. Dense fog has settled over parts of the Coastal Plain and southeastern counties. Visibility could drop to a quarter mile in spots until around 9 A.M. The Triangle starts the morning with patchy fog before 8 A.M., then turns mostly sunny with a high near 75 degrees. The Piedmont reaches about 74 degrees under mostly sunny skies. Head west to the mountains and you'll see a high near 75 degrees as well. The only difference? Western North Carolina cools off more tonight, dropping to 49 degrees, while the central part of the state stays in the mid-50s. Tonight brings a full moon. If clouds cooperate, it'll be a bright one. Tomorrow we crank up the heat even more. Highs climb to 77 degrees across central North Carolina. We're flirting with record territory. Here's your five-day outlook. Thursday through Saturday look dry with highs climbing into the low 80s by Friday. That's more like May than March. Rain chances return Sunday and Monday as a front approaches, with showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Highs stay in the upper 70s to low 80s through early next week. Spring equinox is just two weeks away, but today? Today spring arrives early. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good evening. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Talk about a temperature transformation. We're sitting at 44 degrees right now under clear skies, but by this afternoon? Mid-70s statewide. That's a 42 degrees-degree swing and about 42 degrees warmer than we'd expect for early March. In the next 24 hours. First, a heads-up if you're driving early in the Coastal Plain. Dense fog advisory until 9 A.M. For counties like Bertie. Pasquotank. And Perquimans. Visibility could drop to a quarter mile. Take it slow out there. The Triangle wakes up to patchy fog burning off by 8 A.M. Then mostly sunny skies and a high of 75 degrees. Tonight, mostly cloudy with a low around 54. Down in the Piedmont, a similar story. Fog early, then mostly sunny with a high near 74. Tonight's low sits at 54 under mostly cloudy skies. Head west to the mountains and it's a touch cooler this morning at 42 degrees. But even Western North Carolina hits 75 this afternoon under mostly sunny skies. Tonight's low drops to 49 with partly cloudy conditions. Thursday keeps the warm streak going. Highs climb to 77 across the Piedmont and Triangle, 76 in the west. We're talking near-record warmth for early March. Looking ahead, this spring preview continues right through the weekend. Highs push toward 80 degrees Friday and Saturday. Rain chances creep in Saturday night and become more likely Sunday into Monday as a front approaches. But even with the rain threat, temperatures stay well above normal. One more thing — tonight's full moon rises at sunset. With mostly cloudy skies, you might catch glimpses between the clouds. We're also gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. Spring equinox sits just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good evening. North Carolina. I'm Jack O'Malley. Fifty-six degrees right now under partly cloudy skies. And that mild overnight low of 39? That was your first clue. Something has shifted. That stubborn cold air damming parked over us? It's gone. A Bermuda High has set up shop off the coast, pumping warm southerly air straight into the state. In the next 24 hours. We're looking at highs tomorrow in the mid-70s. That's about 42 degrees above normal for early March. Tonight, expect mostly cloudy skies statewide. Lows dip to 47 degrees in the Piedmont and Triangle. Down in Western North Carolina, it's a bit cooler at 42 degrees. One heads-up for your Wednesday morning commute: patchy fog could develop, especially in the foothills and south of I-85. Give yourself a few extra minutes. Wednesday brings the real reward. The Triangle hits 75 degrees under mostly sunny skies. The Piedmont reaches 74 with a mix of sun and clouds. Out west. Asheville and surrounding areas climb to 74 degrees as well. Light winds, comfortable humidity. This is the kind of day that makes you want to take lunch outside. Thursday turns even warmer. Highs near 79 in the Triangle, 78 in the Piedmont, 76 in the west. We're now pushing 42 degrees above normal. Friday and Saturday? We're flirting with record territory. Highs in the low 80s across central North Carolina. That's weather more typical of late April. But A cold front approaches Sunday, bringing rain chances and possibly a few thunderstorms. Monday stays unsettled before we dry out again. Tonight's full moon rises at sunset. With temperatures in the 40s and 50s overnight, it'll be a pleasant evening to step outside and look up. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. And the spring equinox sits just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good afternoon. North Carolina. I'm Jack O'Malley. Folks, that stubborn wedge of cool air that's been camping over North Carolina? It's packing its bags. A Bermuda High is building off the coast right now. And it's about to crank the thermostat in a big way. In the next 24 hours. Step outside and you'll feel 56 degrees under partly cloudy skies. Pleasant enough. But this is just the opening act. Tonight, clouds stick around statewide. The Piedmont and Triangle dip to 47 degrees. Western North Carolina cools to 42. Watch for patchy fog developing in the foothills and south of I-85. That could gum up your Wednesday morning drive, so leave a few minutes early. Now Wednesday is where things get interesting. That southerly flow fires up. The Piedmont hits 74 degrees. The Triangle reaches 75. Western North Carolina climbs right alongside at 74 under mostly sunny skies. Fog lifts by mid morning. Wednesday night? Lows only drop to the mid 50s. That's sweater weather, not jacket weather. So what's driving all this? That Bermuda High parks offshore and pumps warm air straight up the coast. Thursday through Saturday, highs surge into the upper 70s to low 80s. We're talking 42 degrees above normal. Charlotte's record high for Thursday is 84 degrees. And we'll be knocking on that door. Rain stays away until Saturday afternoon when a front slides in from the west. Sunday and Monday bring the best shot at showers and maybe a rumble of thunder. One more thing worth stepping outside for tonight. Full moon rising after sunset. And we're gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. Spring equinox is just two weeks out. I'll be tracking that record warmth all week. Stick with us. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Take care! That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you'll feel it. Forty degrees. Gray sky pressing down like a lid. That's cold air damming, folks. Cool air is wedged against the mountains while high pressure off New England pins it in place. The wedge weakens today. But those clouds? They're not going anywhere. In the next 24 hours. The Piedmont pushes to 62 degrees with light southeast breezes. Nothing dramatic. Just a gray, mild afternoon. Tonight, patchy fog creeps in after 3 A.M. As lows settle near 49. Over in the Triangle, you're a touch cooler. High near 59 under that same stubborn overcast. Fog thickens toward dawn. Lows around 49 there too. Now the mountains get the better deal. Partly sunny skies and a high near 62 degrees. You might actually see your shadow. Gusts could hit 18 miles an hour on the ridges. Fog patches develop after 4 A.M. With lows dropping to 43. Here's where it gets interesting. Wednesday, that wedge collapses. Morning fog burns off by 8 A.M. and temperatures launch into the mid 70s statewide. Seventy four in the Piedmont. Seventy five in the Triangle and mountains. That's a fifteen degree jump in one day. And that's just the opening act. Thursday through Saturday, highs climb into the upper 70s and low 80s. We're talking 43 degrees to 43 degrees above normal. Record territory. Enjoy it, because rain chances return Sunday as a front slides in from the northwest. One more thing tonight. That full moon rises at sunset, but clouds will fight it most places. Best chance to see it? Out west where the skies break. And spring equinox is just two weeks away. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight every single day. Charge your phone, set the alarm. And dig out your shorts for later this week. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. North Carolina. I'm Aaron Jolly. Folks, if you walked outside and thought someone swapped North Carolina for Seattle overnight. You're not wrong. That gray, damp chill hitting your face right now? Blame a backdoor cold front that snuck in while you slept. Cold air damming is pinning chilly northeast winds against the mountains. and just like that, we lost 39 degrees to 39 degrees from yesterday. In the next 24 hours. The Triangle is sitting at 39 degrees this morning. Highs only crawl to 50. Light rain develops after 10 A.M. and sticks around into tonight. Northeast gusts hit 24 miles an hour. That wind finds every zipper gap you've got. Slide south into the Piedmont. You're starting at 43 degrees with a high near 49. Spotty showers drift in late morning through mid afternoon. Tonight drops to 41 under stubborn clouds. Now the mountains get rain first. Showers roll in around 8 A.M. and taper off by midday. Highs top out at 48 degrees. Lows tonight hover near 40. Keep the umbrella close today. but here's where the plot twist lives. Tuesday that cold wedge starts cracking. Highs bounce back into the low 60s statewide. Then Wednesday. The whole pattern flips. Warm southwest air surges in. Mid 70s Wednesday and Thursday. By the weekend? Upper 70s pushing 81 degrees. That's nearly 39 degrees above normal for early March. Your winter coat goes in the closet. The trade off is showers building Thursday through the weekend. Sunday looks like the soggiest day. Spring equinox is 18 days out. This week's forecast got the memo early. Charge your phone, grab that rain jacket. and maybe brew a second cup. You earned it on a Monday like this. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.