MOREHEAD CITY, NC – Saturday starts off tranquil along the Crystal Coast, with crisp air and soft morning hues setting the tone for a pleasant day. The quiet stretch won’t last, though: by Monday, clouds and showers sliding in from the southwest will nudge the region into a more unsettled pattern.
Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Morehead City expect a bright, breezy Saturday with afternoon highs around 66°F. By evening, winds ease around to the northeast, keeping conditions comfortable for outdoor plans. Sunday turns a bit warmer and stickier, with highs near 67°F and a steady increase in cloud cover as moisture spreads in from inland areas.
Monday marks the shift. Scattered showers should begin popping up along U.S. 70 and through Carteret County, with rain chances climbing to about 40–50% into the afternoon and evening. Drivers and boaters should anticipate slick roads and choppier nearshore waters early Monday. Gusts near 20 mph could kick up the surf from Emerald Isle to Harkers Island, and small craft operators are urged to keep a close eye on marine advisories. Rain amounts look light to start, but guidance points to a wetter stretch developing midweek that may linger into Halloween.
By Wednesday, showers become more hit-or-miss with around a 30% chance, and occasional breaks of sunshine are likely. Temperatures rebound a touch late week—comfortable for trick-or-treaters—even if lawns remain a bit damp from earlier showers.
With a chilly November on the horizon, this bout of clouds serves as a reminder that fall’s calm can pivot quickly along the coast.
Five-Day Forecast for Morehead City, NC:
– Saturday: 66/47 – Sunny with a light breeze; ideal for outdoor plans.
– Sunday: 67/54 – Clouds building; turning more humid.
– Monday: 64/54 – Scattered showers; breezy at times.
– Tuesday: 63/52 – Mostly cloudy; intermittent coastal rain.
– Wednesday: 65/54 – Partly sunny; a few lingering showers.
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