North Carolina Wakes Up to Chilly 30s and 40s Before Modest Warm-Up to Near 50 Degrees Spreads from Charlotte to Raleigh and the Coast
NORTH CAROLINA — A cold start greeted much of the state Tuesday morning, but a quiet and partly sunny afternoon is expected as temperatures slowly climb into the 40s and near 50 degrees across many communities.
High pressure is building across the region, keeping conditions calm with light west winds around 5 to 10 mph. While sunshine will return for many areas, the air mass remains cool, limiting any major warm-up today.
Highs Mostly in the 40s Across the State
Temperatures across western North Carolina remain on the cooler side, especially in the higher elevations. Mountain communities such as Boone (38°), Banner Elk (37°), Sparta (40°), and Spruce Pine (35°) are expected to stay in the upper 30s to near 40 degrees.
In Asheville, the afternoon high is projected around 48 degrees, while Hickory and Shelby may touch 49 degrees. Further south and east, slightly milder readings are expected.
Charlotte, Raleigh and Central NC Near 50
In the Piedmont, Charlotte is forecast to reach 50 degrees, with nearby Monroe and Laurinburg also around 50. Greensboro (46°), Durham (46°), and Raleigh (48°) will remain a bit cooler but still close to the 50-degree mark.
Across Sandhills communities such as Pinehurst (49°) and Fayetteville (50°), temperatures will trend toward the upper 40s to near 50 by late afternoon.
Coastal Areas Stay Cool but Dry
Along the coast, conditions remain partly sunny but cool. Wilmington (49°), Jacksonville (48°), New Bern (47°), and Morehead City (45°) will hold in the mid-to-upper 40s.
Outer Banks communities will see highs around 41° in Manteo, 42° in Avon, and 44° in Ocracoke, while Elizabeth City (44°) and Edenton (43°) remain in the lower-to-mid 40s.
A Quiet Day Before a Slight Warm-Up
Overall, the pattern today features:
- Light west winds at 5–10 mph
- Partly sunny skies
- Dry conditions statewide
- Highs primarily in the 40s to near 50
Though it stays chilly, a modest warming trend is on the way. Forecasts indicate temperatures could climb 5 to 10 degrees warmer on Wednesday, offering a noticeable improvement across much of the state.
While North Carolina’s weather has little direct impact on Illinois, shifts in the broader pattern often signal changes that can ripple across the Midwest later in the week. NapervilleLocal.com will continue tracking major regional and national weather trends that may influence conditions closer to home.
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