The National Weather Service in Raleigh issued an update early this morning, alerting residents in central North Carolina to patches of dense fog likely to persist until 10 a.m. EDT. As drivers begin their day, visibility may be significantly reduced, which could impact morning commutes. The NWS advises travelers to proceed with caution. The fog is expected to clear later in the morning, giving way to partly sunny skies with highs around 80 degrees and calm winds.
As the day progresses, the risk of hazardous weather remains low, with the National Weather Service forecasting a mostly clear night and a low around 61 degrees. The start of the week is expected to bring sunny skies, with temperatures reaching a comfortable 84 degrees on Monday. Winds will be light and variable, shifting to the west at around 6 mph in the morning. Tuesday and Wednesday are also expected to be sunny, with high temperatures in the low to mid-70s.
Nighttime conditions throughout the week are expected to remain mostly clear, with temperatures gradually dropping into the low 50s. In its Hazardous Weather Outlook statement, the National Weather Service notes that spotter activation is not anticipated at this time.
The forecast shows mostly sunny conditions, with some partial cloudiness expected on Wednesday night. Daytime highs are anticipated to dip slightly, reaching about 68 degrees by Thursday, before rising back into the mid-70s by the weekend. For the latest weather updates, residents can visit the National Weather Service website.