"The worst impacts are expected this afternoon and evening."
雅伎著, NC
Right Now
24°
Cloudy
- Humidity: 99%
- Feels Like: 24°
- Heat Index: 24°
- Wind: 0 mph
- Wind Chill: 24°
- UV Index: 1 Low
- Sunrise: 07:31:24 AM
- Sunset: 05:46:51 PM
- Dew Point: 24°
- Visibility: 4 mi
Today
Freezing rain. Significant icing likely. High 31F. Winds light and variable. Chance of precip 100%.
Tonight
Cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing. Very cold. Low 26F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow
Some clouds in the morning will give way to mainly sunny skies for the afternoon. Cold. High 34F. Winds WNW at 10 to 15 mph.
Weather Alert
...ICE STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Damaging icing expected. Light additional sleet accumulations and ice accumulations between one quarter and four tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...The northern mountains, northern foothills, and northwest Piedmont of North Carolina. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Widespread power outages are likely due to the weight of the ice and snow on tree limbs and power lines. The outages could last for days in some areas. Falling trees and limbs could pose a threat to life and property. Ice and snow covered roadways will become treacherous and impassable. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation rates are expected to increase again this afternoon bringing additional impacts. Treacherous road conditions and power outages will remain Sunday night and likely linger through at least Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... An Ice Storm Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of ice accumulations will make travel dangerous or impossible. Travel is strongly discouraged. Commerce will likely be severely impacted. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Ice accumulations and winds will likely lead to snapped power lines and falling tree branches that add to the danger. Prepare for possible power outages. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways and the possibility of downed trees and power lines. &&
Next 12 Hours
Time
Temp
Wind
Precip
3 PM
25°
0 mph
78%
3 PM
25°
Wind: NNE @ 0 mph
Precip: 78% Chance
Humidity: 96%
Wind Chill: 25°
Heat Index: 25°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 2.3 mi
Dew Point: 24°
4 PM
29°
3 mph
92%
4 PM
29°
Wind: NW @ 3 mph
Precip: 92% Chance
Humidity: 81%
Wind Chill: 29°
Heat Index: 29°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 1.2 mi
Dew Point: 24°
5 PM
29°
1 mph
100%
5 PM
29°
Wind: SW @ 1 mph
Precip: 100% Chance
Humidity: 84%
Wind Chill: 29°
Heat Index: 29°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 1.7 mi
Dew Point: 24°
6 PM
27°
2 mph
31%
6 PM
27°
Wind: ENE @ 2 mph
Precip: 31% Chance
Humidity: 90%
Wind Chill: 27°
Heat Index: 27°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 2.9 mi
Dew Point: 25°
7 PM
27°
2 mph
4%
7 PM
27°
Wind: W @ 2 mph
Precip: 4% Chance
Humidity: 94%
Wind Chill: 27°
Heat Index: 27°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 4 mi
Dew Point: 26°
8 PM
28°
1 mph
3%
8 PM
28°
Wind: SW @ 1 mph
Precip: 3% Chance
Humidity: 93%
Wind Chill: 28°
Heat Index: 28°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 4 mi
Dew Point: 26°
9 PM
29°
1 mph
4%
9 PM
29°
Wind: SW @ 1 mph
Precip: 4% Chance
Humidity: 95%
Wind Chill: 29°
Heat Index: 29°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 2.9 mi
Dew Point: 27°
10 PM
29°
2 mph
9%
10 PM
29°
Wind: SW @ 2 mph
Precip: 9% Chance
Humidity: 97%
Wind Chill: 29°
Heat Index: 29°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 3 mi
Dew Point: 28°
11 PM
29°
1 mph
9%
11 PM
29°
Wind: WSW @ 1 mph
Precip: 9% Chance
Humidity: 99%
Wind Chill: 29°
Heat Index: 29°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 2.9 mi
Dew Point: 29°
12 AM
29°
1 mph
9%
12 AM
29°
Wind: WSW @ 1 mph
Precip: 9% Chance
Humidity: 99%
Wind Chill: 29°
Heat Index: 29°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 1.1 mi
Dew Point: 29°
1 AM
30°
2 mph
11%
1 AM
30°
Wind: WSW @ 2 mph
Precip: 11% Chance
Humidity: 96%
Wind Chill: 30°
Heat Index: 30°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 1.1 mi
Dew Point: 29°
2 AM
30°
2 mph
10%
2 AM
30°
Wind: W @ 2 mph
Precip: 10% Chance
Humidity: 92%
Wind Chill: 30°
Heat Index: 30°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 2.1 mi
Dew Point: 28°
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- Sharon McBrayer
"Residents should be prepared for the possibility of additional outages today and tonight, especially after 2 p.m.," the county said.
- ALEXA ST. JOHN and CALEIGH WELLS Associated Press
Sodium chloride is the cheapest and most commonly used product. It's not great for the environment and not the most effective option.
- Camdyn Bruce Staff Reporter
"We prioritize safety, and that includes the safety of our crews," Stewart said.
- Burke County Government
Ice accumulation on trees, power lines and roadways greatly increases the risk of widespread, prolonged power outages.
- Billy Chapman
This weekends winter storm is likely to impact most of North Carolina, so please make a plan now to keep yourself and your loved ones safe, N.C. Gov. Josh Stein said.
- Evan Moore, The Charlotte Observer
A big winter storm headed for North Carolina this weekend could mean leaves and branches from your neighbors yard end up on your property.
Severe Ice Storm Expected: Power Outages and Hazardous Roads from This Afternoon Through Monday
- ALEXA ST. JOHN and CALEIGH WELLS Associated Press
Sodium chloride is the cheapest and most commonly used product. It's not great for the environment and not the most effective option.
- Camdyn Bruce Staff Reporter
"We prioritize safety, and that includes the safety of our crews," Stewart said.
- Burke County Government
Ice accumulation on trees, power lines and roadways greatly increases the risk of widespread, prolonged power outages.
- Billy Chapman
This weekends winter storm is likely to impact most of North Carolina, so please make a plan now to keep yourself and your loved ones safe, N.C. Gov. Josh Stein said.
Severe Ice Storm Warning: Major Icing and Power Outages Expected