Tar Heel, NC Weather and More

Heavy Downpours, Gusty Winds, and Isolated Severe Storms Return to Charlotte, Raleigh, Fayetteville, and Wilmington Friday as Cold Front Crosses the State

RALEIGH, N.C. — Rain and storm chances are finally returning to central and eastern North Carolina on Friday, November 6. A cold front moving through the state will bring scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms. Some storms could bring heavy rain at times. An isolated severe risk will be in place from about 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., mainly from Raleigh east toward the beaches.

Raleigh, NC · 3d

WITN

Patchy frost possible tonight

The front has moved offshore, and the humid air that was here earlier this week is long gone. In its place: sunshine, low humidity and a refreshing, more November-like feel. Tonight and Sunday: Skies clear this evening, with some high clouds passing through overnight. Winds are light, and lows hover around 40 inland. Sunday is sunny and dry, with highs in the 60s and a light wind. It’s a good day to get outside.

Duplin County, NC · 1d

nildealnow.com

Tornado Warning Issued for Wayne and Sampson Counties in North Carolina as Rotating Storm Moves Toward Mount Olive and Newton Grove

NORTH CAROLINA — The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Warning Saturday afternoon for southwestern Wayne County and northeastern Sampson County in central North Carolina. Radar detected broad rotation with a storm near Newton Grove, prompting the warning until 2:30 p.m. EST. The storm was moving east at about 30 mph, with Mount Olive in its projected path around 2:10 p.m.

Wayne County, NC · 1d

Country Herald

Coastal North Carolina Weather Alert: Wilmington 74° to 38° Cold Shift Nov. 11-14

Wilmington residents enjoy several 74-degree afternoons before colder air arrives Friday.

Wilmington, NC · 17h

floridaing.com

Tornado Threat Could Overperform Across Raleigh, Fayetteville, New Bern, Wilmington and Columbia as Storms Sweep the Carolinas, and a Strong Tornado Is Not Ruled Out

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA — Tornadoes are possible across the Carolinas and southeast Virginia on Friday, November 6, and some forecasters say this setup could overperform. The Storm Prediction Center has outlined only a 2 percent tornado risk, but forecasters see a good chance for tornadoes in a zone covering central and eastern North Carolina and central South Carolina. That includes Raleigh, Fayetteville, New Bern, Wilmington and Columbia. A strong tornado can’t be ruled out. The HRRR model simulated radar for noon EST shows a long line of storms stretching from the Delmarva Peninsula south through Richmond, Raleigh and Fayetteville to near Columbia and Charleston. Residents should stay weather aware throughout the day.

Raleigh, NC · 2d

WECT

Your First Alert Forecast for Sat. evening Nov. 7, 2026

Wilmington, NC · 1d

Country Herald

North Carolina Weather Alert: Wilmington, NC 42° Cold Snap Nov 7-11

Coastal North Carolina faces chilly mornings, sunny afternoons and a dry Veterans Day outlook.

Wilmington, NC · 1d

WWAY NewsChannel 3

Cooling waters raise concerns for manatees along North Carolina coast

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — While air temperatures may still feel warm, water temperatures are beginning to drop across North Carolina, putting manatees at risk for cold stress. Experts say now is an important time for the public to keep an eye out for the marine mammals, which frequently visit North Carolina waters during the summer months. As temperatures cool, manatees can develop serious health complications from prolonged exposure to cold water. In some cases, cold stress can even be fatal.

North Carolina · 3d

columbuscountynews.com

Drought Continues for Columbus, State

Most of North Carolina remains at some level of drought, as Columbus County moves into its third week with no significant widespread rain. This morning’s weekly update of the state drought monitor shows that Columbus County is now considered to be experiencing Severe Drought conditions. Last summer, portions of the county were listed as being in an Extreme Drought. The drought monitor is updated every Thursday.

Columbus County, NC · 3d

Country Herald

Carolina Weather Alert: Morning Fog, Rain Chances Near I-95

Drivers across the coastal Carolinas face reduced visibility before temperatures climb into the 80s.

Wilmington, NC · 3d

WECT

First Alert Forecast: warm to chilly

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Your First Alert Forecast features toasty highs in the upper 70s and lower 80s through Friday with a stray shower risk. A cold front arrives late Friday afternoon into early Friday evening. We could see some scattered showers and storms ahead of this front. In the...

Wilmington, NC · 4d

Country Herald

North Carolina Weather Nov. 5-8: 82° to 46° in Wilmington

NORTH CAROLINA — Warm coastal air, morning fog and developing rain chances will give way to cooler November weather around Wilmington, with temperatures falling into the 40s this weekend. The National Weather Service expects temperatures near 82 degrees Thursday, Nov.

Wilmington, NC · 4d

WECT

Your First Alert Forecast from Tue. morning, Nov. 3, 2026

Wilmington, NC · 5d

WECT

Your First Alert Forecast from Mon. morning, Nov. 2, 2026

Wilmington, NC · 6d

WECT

Your First Alert Forecast for Tue. evening Oct. 31, 2026

North Carolina · 8d

Country Herald

Wilmington, NC Weather: 70s to 80° Through First Week of November Nov 1-5

Highs climb from 73 Sunday to 78 Tuesday and around 80 Wednesday and Friday.

Wilmington, NC · 7d

Country Herald

North Carolina Weather: Wilmington Coastal Flooding Oct. 31, Thanksgiving Rain or Snow Chances Uncertain

WILMINGTON, North Carolina – Coastal flooding could affect portions of downtown Wilmington Saturday afternoon, Oct. 31, as a Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect along the lower Cape Fear River. Meanwhile, temperatures are expected to climb toward 80 degrees by midweek before rain chances return, with Thanksgiving holiday travel conditions for Nov.

Wilmington, NC · 8d

publicradioeast.org

As drought conditions worsen, Jacksonville is experiencing its driest start to fall in 24 years

Jacksonville is experiencing its driest start to fall in 24 years, as drought conditions worsen across eastern North Carolina. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor, released Thursday, shows drought continuing across the region. Greenville and surrounding Pitt County have been dealing with moderate to severe drought, while New Bern and Craven...

Jacksonville, NC · 9d

WECT