Raleigh residents faced a foggy start this morning, with visibility dropping to as low as a quarter mile in some areas. The National Weather Service in Raleigh issued a Special Weather Statement warning of patchy dense fog across a swath of central North Carolina, including the major cities of Roxboro, Durham, and Raleigh. "Areas of fog will be locally dense through 1000 AM this morning. Some locations will have visibilities between 1/8 and 1/4 mile," the statement read, urging motorists to exercise caution during their morning commute.
Additionally, the NWS forecast for Raleigh details an overcast day, with the possibility of showers commencing in the afternoon. The chances of precipitation increase tonight, as gusty winds accompany the low of 62 degrees. The humidity, a stifling 93%, adds a palpable weight to the air, a consistent theme as the week progresses toward the promise of clearer skies on Thursday.
The Hazardous Weather Outlook portion of the NWS forecast calls attention to the risk of urban flooding due to expected heavy rains both tonight and into Wednesday morning. Localized rainfall could total up to an inch, exacerbating the risk for certain areas. The Outlook extends a caution for the majority of central North Carolina, from Person County all the way down to Hoke County. No spotter activation is expected at this time, hence, residents are not required to report severe weather conditions but should stay alert to local advisories.
Later in the week, Raleigh anticipates a return to sunny conditions, with temperatures hovering around the mid to upper 40s. Individuals planning for the upcoming weekend should take note, there is a 40% chance of showers both on Saturday night and Sunday. The Special Weather Statement emphasizes the importance of staying vigilant, "Early morning motorists should use extra caution. Those traveling should allow for more time to get to your destination. Slow down, and give yourself more braking room." Residents and visitors should particularly heed the advice given the mix of dense fog and precipitation, potentially impacting road conditions.
