Good Friday afternoon to everyone, yesterday was an active weather day across western North Carolina as severe thunderstorms with large hail and damaging winds impacted many communities. The good news is that the front associated with the storms has moved to the coastline. There is a developing low pressure near the Gulf Coast with aContinue reading “Brief reprieve in the active weather, upper low to develop along Gulf Coast and impact region Sunday-Tuesday”
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Foothills Weather Network: Supporting the NOAA/NWS for a Safer, More Informed Community
*NON POLITICAL POST* At Foothills Weather Network, we take immense pride in our partnership with the National Weather Service (NWS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Every day, media outlets like ours across the nation rely on NWS data to build accurate forecasts that keep our communities safe and informed. Our local NWSContinue reading “Foothills Weather Network: Supporting the NOAA/NWS for a Safer, More Informed Community”
Upcoming Weather Outlook: Mild Conditions with a Possible Late-Period Severe Weather System
The upcoming week will feature mostly dry and mild weather, but with low humidity and occasional breezy conditions, fire danger will be a concern. Several days in the forecast (Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday) have elevated fire risks, as indicated by the red and white fire danger symbols. These conditions make it easier forContinue reading “Upcoming Weather Outlook: Mild Conditions with a Possible Late-Period Severe Weather System”
Prescribed Burning: A Vital Tool for Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention in Western North Carolina
As we move into the late winter and early spring months, fire danger in Western North Carolina begins to rise. The dry conditions, gusty winds, and warming temperatures contribute to an increased risk of wildfire. While these high fire danger days can be a cause for concern, they also provide ideal conditions for an essentialContinue reading “Prescribed Burning: A Vital Tool for Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention in Western North Carolina”
Winter Weather Threat Midweek: A Complex Setup for the Carolinas
A dynamic and potentially significant winter storm is taking shape for the Foothills and Western North Carolina, with impacts expected midweek. Before we get there, a strong cold front will usher in a period of high winds and much colder temperatures. Here’s what to expect over the next several days: Sunday: Strong Cold Front MovesContinue reading “Winter Weather Threat Midweek: A Complex Setup for the Carolinas”
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”
Seasonal temperatures anticipated this week ahead of next arctic invasion
Good Monday evening, After dealing with well below normal temperatures and a winter storm last week, we will have a less active week coming up as temperatures will briefly moderate. Currently we have a split-flow pattern with southern stream energy moving across the Southeast US. You probably noticed today it was milder than we haveContinue reading “Seasonal temperatures anticipated this week ahead of next arctic invasion”
(1/9/25, 3 pm) Snow, mixed precip to move into the region on Friday
Good Thursday afternoon, Our winter storm is already creating big problems across Texas today and it will continue to move east over the next 24-48 hours bringing various types of winter precipitation to the western Carolinas. Below are some of the latest thoughts on the storm and how it will impact the region on FridayContinue reading “(1/9/25, 3 pm) Snow, mixed precip to move into the region on Friday”