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Rapid Reaction: Irma Brings Wet, Windy Weather to Western NC
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...
By the Numbers: August and Summer 2017
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:...
How Low Did They Go? Explore Radiation & Temperature Data from the Eclipse
Along with providing a rare sight in the skies, last week’s solar eclipse had a distinct impact on weather conditions in North Carolina. Our 40...
The Eclipse is Coming, but Will the Clouds Cooperate?
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...
The State Bakes During a Warm, Dry July
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...
Five Burning Questions about the Second Half of 2017
We’re halfway through 2017, which means winter and spring are history and we’re at roughly the midway point of the summer. As we look ahead...
Extreme Heat Stays Away to Start the Summer
After a hot, wet spring, June was a bit cooler and slightly drier across much of the state. Below-Average Afternoon Highs Drive a Cool Month...