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”
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(2/19/25, 3 pm): Winter Weather continues for Eastern Carolinas, black ice possible Thursday morning locally
Good Wednesday afternoon to everyone, winter weather continues to impact the Carolina region as a storm system has now transitioned to off the South Carolina Coastline. A weak low in the Gulf Coast Region slid east and delivered some light snow this morning. It was enough to produce a trace to 1/2 inch of snowContinue reading “(2/19/25, 3 pm): Winter Weather continues for Eastern Carolinas, black ice possible Thursday morning locally”
(2/18/25, 9 am): Winter Precipation expected Wednesday, final call map
Good Tuesday morning to everyone, we are waking up to a cold morning across the region with temperatures in the 20’s and lower 30’s. Today’s weather will feature an increase of clouds as the next storm system to the west moves in late tonight. You can see on the first visible satellite images of theContinue reading “(2/18/25, 9 am): Winter Precipation expected Wednesday, final call map”
2/17/25, 11 am): Winter Weather expected Wednesday, first call on snow amounts
Good Monday morning, we continue to monitor the potential of winter weather across the region for Wednesday. For today, we are going to have some really nice weather but it is chilly as high pressure has settled in across the Carolinas. As of 11 am Monday morning, we have updated our graphics in regards toContinue reading “2/17/25, 11 am): Winter Weather expected Wednesday, first call on snow amounts”
(2/16/25, 3 pm): Winter Storm appears likely for Wednesday
A complex weather pattern continues to evolve here in the Eastern US and players on the table are coming together to produce winter weather later this week. A look at the water vapor image this afternoon indicates the cold front that moved across the region this morning. Colder air is moving southeast thanks in partContinue reading “(2/16/25, 3 pm): Winter Storm appears likely for Wednesday”
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”
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”
Cold air invades Carolinas this weekend as next significant storm lurks early next week
Good morning and Happy New Year! 2025 is here and it appears that we will begin the new year with a cold pattern across a large chunk of the country. We alluded to this pattern change a couple days ago and now we are beginning to see the first of it within the seven dayContinue reading “Cold air invades Carolinas this weekend as next significant storm lurks early next week”
2025 to begin on a cold note across the Nation, Could there be southern snow opportunities?
Good Sunday evening to everyone, It appears that the start of 2025 is going to include a visit from Ol’ Man Winter! The buzz of a significant cold outbreak and possible southern snow is going around the ranks of social media. We would like to take a moment to lay out some of the parametersContinue reading “2025 to begin on a cold note across the Nation, Could there be southern snow opportunities?”
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”