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Pleasant weather persist most of week before transition to unsettled pattern
Pleasant days and cool nights continue across Western North Carolina before changes this weekend
HELENE: The Day The Mountains Changed
September 27, 2024, wasn’t about forecasts—it was about survival. Between Burke County 911 and the wreckage of our family cabin, every moment felt urgent. The…
Fall colors get a kick-start this weekend across the Southern Appalachians
By: Lead Forecaster Daniel Crawley Good Wednesday evening, We have been talking about a cooldown all week and obviously today’s cold air damming episode has…
The Heat’s Days are Numbered. Fall Arrives This Week and Mother Nature Aligns With Timing
We have a few more days of late-summer weather ahead before a noticeable change arrives in the mountains, foothills, and northwest Piedmont later this week….
Late summer heat grips the Piedmont and foothills—expect 80s to 90s with unstable skies. Scattered afternoon storms may bring damaging winds and heavy rain, though…
Friday (9/18/26) Discussion: Cooler, unsettled pattern anticipated next seven days
By Lead Forecaster Daniel Crawley Good Friday morning, We are nearing the final 10 Days of September and from a weather standpoint, it has felt…
Dry conditions in store for western North Carolina this workweek
By: Lead Forecaster Daniel Crawley Good Monday morning, We have a dry weather pattern in store for the Carolinas this week as high pressure begins…
Summer continues to hang on for September; A look as to why?
Why is the hot weather hanging on in North Carolina during September?
El Niño-driven 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season on verge of breaking record
By: Lead Forecaster Daniel Crawley Good Sunday evening, the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has been very quiet relatively speaking and compared to recent years. The…
Sunday (9/6/26) Discussion: More storms anticipated today, showers could linger into the night
A look at the weather setup for September 6, 2026 across the North Carolina foothills and western Piedmont.
Isolated to Widely Scattered Severe Storms Possible This Afternoon
Good Saturday afternoon! We are watching the weather closely across western North Carolina this afternoon, but I want to start with something that can easily…
Tuesday (9/1/26) Discussion: How long will the heat persist?
Discussion breaking down how long the above normal temperatures will last in the North Carolina foothills to start September 2026
Sunday Discussion (8/30/26): Major Late-Summer Warmup on the Way
Hot weather returns to North Carolina foothills to begin September 2026
Sunday 8/23/26 Discussion: Much needed break from humidity
By: Lead Forecaster Daniel Crawley The main story for today and tomorrow is decreasing humidity and a near-zero thunderstorm threat. The stifling humidity and storms…
Storms Return This Evening Before a Cooler, Drier Pattern Arrives
We have another couple of hot, humid and increasingly unsettled days to get through before a cold front finally brings some meaningful changes to our…
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued Through 10 PM Monday
As of 5:50pm the risk for severe weather including damaging winds has increased. The development of numerous storms in a moist, unstable environment in the…
Strong Storms Possible Monday as an Active Summer Pattern Continues
We are heading into another very August-like stretch of weather across the western North Carolina mountains, foothills, and northwest Piedmont, with plenty of humidity, warm…
Thunderstorms To Rapidly Increase In Coverage and Intensity Saturday Afternoon
SPECIAL WEATHER DISCUSSIONFoothills Weather NetworkSaturday, August 15, 2026 AREAS AFFECTED: Western North Carolina, including portions of the southern and central mountains, foothills, and adjacent western…
Heavy Rainfall Discussion: Localized Flash Flood Threat Today Between 3pm and 7pm Across Western North Carolina
The region is experiencing increasingly unstable atmospheric conditions, fueled by daytime heating and moisture from the Gulf and Atlantic, leading to intense rainfall.
Back to an Unsettled Pattern: Heavy Rain, Localized Flooding, and Daily Storm Chances Return. Nocturnal Thunderstorms Possible
After three beautiful days to wrap up last week, we’ve settled right back into a much more active weather pattern across the western Carolinas and…
NWS: Periods of Heavy Rain Continues Overnight With Ongoing Flash Flood Threat.
Heavy rains threaten the eastern slopes of the southern Appalachians, with South Carolina Upstate, western North Carolina, and southwest Virginia at risk. Storms, fueled by…
Tornado Threat Expanded Across All of Western North Carolina Today. Ensure Wireless Emergeny Alerts Are Enabled on Cell Phones
The severe weather threat has increased across our area this afternoon and evening. The Storm Prediction Center has expanded the tornado risk to include all…
Severe Thunderstorm Threat Increasing Tuesday Afternoon Across the Foothills and Western North Carolina
Severe weather is on the horizon for Tuesday! Thunderstorms with damaging winds and hail are expected, so take precautions and stay indoors.
Weather Patterns Remains Active: Next Severe Weather Risk Arrives Tuesday.
A cold front is approaching the Carolinas, bringing a more active weather pattern to the region. Temperatures will climb into the lower and middle 90s,…
Morning Weather Update: Flash Flood Risk Continues Through Today
Prepare for Rain and Flooding: Stay Informed and Safe as the Front Moves Through the Region
Much-Needed Rain Comes With a Catch: Flash Flood Risk Through Friday
A slow-moving cold front is expected to bring heavy showers and thunderstorms to western North Carolina over the next 36 hours, potentially leading to flash…
Increasing Concern for Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding Late Wednesday into Thursday
Wednesday marks the beginning of a more active weather pattern, with showers and thunderstorms becoming widespread during the afternoon and evening, especially across the mountains…
Flash Flood Threat Continues This Morning Across the Foothills and Mountains
If you’ve looked outside this morning, you’ve probably noticed the steady rain and slow-moving downpours. Additionally, streams and creeks are swollen from overnight heavy rainfall….
Flash Flood Threat Increasing Overnight Across the Foothills and Piedmont
Stay alert as flash flooding threatens the Blue Ridge region tonight. Slow-moving storms will bring heavy rainfall and potential road closures. Areas from Burke to…
NWS Mesoscale Discussion: Flash Flooding Likely This Afternoon As Rain Expands
A slow-moving weather system is causing repeated showers and thunderstorms, leading to potential flash flooding. Rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour are…
Stormy Pattern Continues: Severe Weather and Flash Flooding Remain a Concern
The Foothills and Piedmont are at risk of severe weather this afternoon and evening, with damaging straight-line winds and torrential rainfall. Tropical-level moisture and increased…
Stormy Pattern Continues: Damaging Wind Threat Today, Flooding Risk Increases Early Next Week
If you’ve been hoping for a break from the daily thunderstorms, you’re going to have to wait a little longer. The atmosphere will remain active…
Friday Brings a Better Chance for Strong Storms Across the Foothills. A Weekend Outlook
As the weekend approaches, the atmosphere is becoming more favorable for stronger storms. Be prepared for damaging winds, frequent lightning, torrential rainfall, and small hail….
The Heat Isn’t Done Yet: Holiday Weekend Forecast for the Foothills
Here’s the scoop on the scorching heat gripping the Foothills this Independence Day weekend. Temperatures are climbing into the 90s, with humidity making it feel…
Dangerous Heat Peaks Heading Into the Holiday Weekend. A Few Severe Storms Possible
Attention Carolinians! This summer’s heat wave is on the way, with temperatures expected to reach the upper 90s. Stay hydrated, stay cool, and stay safe….
Heat Builds This Week, But a Historic Heat Wave Is Looking Less Likely
The Foothills are bracing for an intense heat wave this week as a strong high-pressure ridge sweeps in, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s….
Dangerous Heat Building This Week as Storm Chances Shift Back to the Mountains
Prepare for a scorching heat wave as temperatures soar into the mid-90s and potentially hit 100 degrees.
Tropics Begin to Wake Up Off the Southeast Coast
After a quiet start to the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, the tropics are finally showing signs of life just off the Southeast coast. The National…
Saturday’s Severe Thunderstorms Leave Trail of Wind Damage Across Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, and Alexander Counties.
Yesterday morning, we highlighted the potential for damaging thunderstorms across the Foothills, and unfortunately, the atmosphere delivered. By around 2:15 PM, thunderstorms began developing over…
Dangerous Heat and Humidity Build. Isolated Severe Weather Sunday.
Good Saturday evening! If you’ve stepped outside today, you’ve probably noticed one thing…it’s turned downright summer-like. The heat and humidity have settled in, and that…
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