A Frost Advisory covers Raleigh until 9 a.m. Thursday with patchy frost possible. Sun returns and a quick warmup sends highs into the 60s, then the 80s next week.

Cool, sunny day in Raleigh with a high near 61°F. Patchy frost possible tonight and a statewide burn ban keeps fire danger elevated.

Cape Hatteras National Seashore closed a stretch of Buxton beach after officials warned northeast winds and high surf could cause oceanfront homes to collapse.

Two large sharks — a sandbar and a sand tiger — washed ashore in early April on North Carolina beaches; researchers are mobilizing volunteers while officials urge the public not to touch the animals.

Dry, partly sunny Tuesday with highs near 68°F and chilly nights that could allow patchy frost. A statewide burn ban and low humidity raise fire risk through the week.

Cool nights Wednesday and Thursday could bring pockets of frost in Raleigh. With dry, breezy days and a local burn ban, avoid open burning and protect plants.

Fast-moving storms swept eastern North Carolina Sunday, producing frequent lightning and gusts that local NWS products warned could reach 50–60 mph. Communities from Greenville to Williamston were put on alert.

Strong storms could bring 50–55 mph gusts across the Piedmont Sunday. Officials urged anyone outdoors to head indoors and secure loose items.

Showers and thunderstorms are likely Sunday afternoon, with gusts up to 25 mph and localized downpours. Drier air returns with frost possible midweek.

Warm, mostly sunny Saturday in Raleigh with highs near 84°F. Showers and thunderstorms are likely Sunday, then a cooler midweek with frost possible in the coldest spots.

UNC research shows restored oyster reefs bury significant nitrogen, boosting their economic value and strengthening the case for targeted restoration along the N.C. coast.

Neighbors and conservation groups are contesting a planned 31‑mile MVP Southgate extension into North Carolina, citing threats to water, forests and tribal sites.

Warm, muggy weekend with highs near 82–84°F. Widespread showers and thunderstorms likely Sunday, April 5; midweek may bring frost in the coldest pockets.