An increasingly dynamic and potentially impactful weather pattern is unfolding across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic as we move through Sunday and into Monday, with conditions becoming favorable for a widespread severe weather event across portions of the Carolinas and surrounding states. The setup is being driven by a powerful upper-level shortwave trough that is amplifyingContinue reading “Severe Weather Risks Increase This Afternoon; Peaks Monday Morning Across Foothills”
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Cold Front Poses Significant Severe Weather Risk Across Carolinas/Virginia
Spring storm system forming across the eastern U.S., bringing severe thunderstorms to the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Dynamic upper-level winds and a strengthening low pressure system will fuel organized storms.
Winter Weather Briefing (1/28/26, 10 pm): Winter Storm expected for Foothills/Western Piedmont
Good Wednesday evening, Winter Weather updates are sponsored by Wendy B’s Embroidery & Screen Printing We have issued a first-call snow forecast for this winter storm that is expected to begin Friday night and intensify into Saturday before departing late in the day. We will update this again on Thursday. Due to our increased confidenceContinue reading “Winter Weather Briefing (1/28/26, 10 pm): Winter Storm expected for Foothills/Western Piedmont”
Winter Storm Briefing (1/21/26, 5 pm): Preparations continue for major winter storm
Good Wednesday evening to everyone, A reminder that our Winter Weather coverage is sponsored by Wendy B’s Embroidery & Screen Printing located at 3076 N.C. Hwy 18 South in Morganton. We continue to monitor the likelihood of a major winter storm this weekend across the Carolinas. Confidence remains very high on the overall setup andContinue reading “Winter Storm Briefing (1/21/26, 5 pm): Preparations continue for major winter storm”
Here Comes The Snow Hype. Let’s Stay Grounded but Ahead of it!
Stay alert as late next week’s weather systems may stir up changes in the region. With a sharp upper-level trough poised to unleash colder air southward, keep an eye on the Southeast’s evolving weather story.
Cold Weather to relax toward normal to end January
Good Wednesday afternoon to everyone, The first three weeks of 2025 has been dominated by a cold weather pattern for a large portion of the United States including here in North Carolina. The coldest of the weather is here as we speak but the good news is that we look to be on the wayContinue reading “Cold Weather to relax toward normal to end January”
(1/19/25, 12:30 pm): Arctic Cold Wave moves in tonight, Flurries possible Tuesday Night
Good Sunday afternoon, We continue to monitor the next cold blast that moves in tonight bringing well below normal temperatures through a large chunk of this week. The leading edge of the arctic blast is now approaching the Southern Appalachians. Temperatures late this afternoon will begin to fall east of the mountains while snow showersContinue reading “(1/19/25, 12:30 pm): Arctic Cold Wave moves in tonight, Flurries possible Tuesday Night”
Strong Cold Wave moving in the next 24 hours, high impact winter storm for Eastern Carolinas late Tuesday
Good Saturday evening to everyone, A major arctic blast that we have been talking about all week is on the way for the Eastern US and its going to set up the likelihood for a winter storm for some parts of the country that normally receives a snowfall once every couple decades. The impacts hereContinue reading “Strong Cold Wave moving in the next 24 hours, high impact winter storm for Eastern Carolinas late Tuesday”
Arctic Blast and Dry Weather Expected After Thanksgiving as Western North Carolina Continues to Recover from Hurricane Helene
As we continue the recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene here in Western North Carolina, residents should prepare for a dramatic shift in weather conditions. A significant blast of cold, arctic-like air is set to sweep across the eastern United States following Thanksgiving, bringing much colder temperatures and drier conditions to our region. 6–10 Day TemperatureContinue reading “Arctic Blast and Dry Weather Expected After Thanksgiving as Western North Carolina Continues to Recover from Hurricane Helene”
High Impact Weather Update #3: Significant Flooding and Wind Damage Possible From Helene. 5:00pm Update
High Impact Weather Briefing Tropical Storm HeleneForecast for North Carolina FoothillsUpdated: 5:00pm Tuesday 9/24/24Valid: Tonight – 9pm Friday Key Messages for Tropical Storm Helene: Potential Hazards: Forecast Rainfall (Tuesday – Friday Night): Flash Flood Potential: Wind Forecast (Thursday Evening – Friday Night): Risk Assessment (Thursday – Saturday): Flood Watch vs. Warning: Hazard Timelines: