First Alert Forecast NC | Wintry mix expected Friday across Central North Carolina: Weather timeline
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — A wintry mix is expected to impact parts of Central North Carolina Friday, mainly north of I-85. A wintry mix with light accumulations on elevated surfaces until mid-morning.
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for our northern counties until noon. The storm system is moving faster and more progressive than initially forecast, reducing the chance for wintry weather in those areas.
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A mix of sleet and snow is still possible north of I-85 for a few hours this morning, with minor accumulations possible on elevated and grassy surfaces near the Virginia border.
For the Triangle, expect mainly cold rain, and some sleet mixing in at times.
No travel impacts are anticipated south of I-85. Showers will continue south and east along the I-95 corridor into the afternoon hours.
Here’s a timeline for Friday’s weather:
4 a.m.: Snow showers and a wintry mix begin.
10 a.m.: Transition to a mix of rain, snow, and wet conditions.
12 p.m.: Rain takes over, melting any snow or slush.
Evening: Lingering showers possible.
Looking ahead, the 7-day forecast shows chilly temperatures sticking around:
Friday: First Alert Day. Wintry mix transitioning to cold rain, with highs in the upper 30s and lows in the low 30s.
Saturday: Cloudy with isolated showers, highs in the mid to upper 40s, and lows in the upper 20s.
Sunday: Partly cloudy, highs in the upper 40s, and lows in the low 30s.
Monday: Partly cloudy, highs in the low 40s, and lows in the low 20s.
Tuesday: Chilly, with highs in the mid-40s and lows in the low 30s.
Wednesday: Little milder with highs in the mid-50s and lows in the high 30s.
Thursday: More clouds with highs in the mid-50s and lows in the mid-30s.
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