News and stories about North Carolina's weather and climate
Rapid Reaction: Irma Brings Wet, Windy Weather to Western NC
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 | WEATHER EVENTS, HURRICANES
Last week, Hurricane Irma crossed the central Atlantic at Category-5 strength with maximum sustained winds of 184 mph -- surpassed by only one known storm... (Read more)
By the Numbers: August and Summer 2017
SEPTEMBER 6, 2017 | CLIMATE SUMMARY
In lieu of our typical climate summary post, we're taking a condensed look at some stats from the past month and season. August Temperatures 75.16°F:... (Read more)
How Low Did They Go? Explore Radiation & Temperature Data from the Eclipse
AUGUST 30, 2017 | WEATHER EVENTS, WEB PRODUCTS
Along with providing a rare sight in the skies, last week's solar eclipse had a distinct impact on weather conditions in North Carolina. The eclipse... (Read more)
The Eclipse is Coming, but Will the Clouds Cooperate?
AUGUST 14, 2017 | WEATHER EVENTS, SCO NEWS
Next Monday, a total solar eclipse will be visible from parts of North Carolina for the first time in more than 47 years. A little after 2:30 pm on August... (Read more)
The State Bakes During a Warm, Dry July
AUGUST 3, 2017 | CLIMATE SUMMARY, AGRICULTURE
July featured the hottest weather of the year and a widespread lack of rainfall that helped Abnormally Dry conditions emerge for the first time in several... (Read more)
