Peta Sheerwood
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Raleigh, NC, United States
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Best time to see fall colors in NC: Boone, Asheville fall colors
Looking at fall colors in NC, temperature impacts can vary the colors we see on trees. → Read More
Researchers: Summer is getting longer, winter is getting shorter
While summer will official last until Sept. 22, there is a chance that, globally, summer months could grow longer due to warmer temperatures. → Read More
Potential Tropical Cyclone forms, could become Alex by the weekend
Models are in better agreement Thursday that a developing tropical system could impact parts of the southeastern United States. → Read More
Rising sea level could impact North Carolina's coastline
North Carolina's coastline could start to shrink, putting some of our state's history in jeopardy of disappearing. → Read More
Snow falling along NC/VA border, parts of central NC
Some light flakes are being reported in parts of the viewing area, particularly in Roxboro and Franklin County. Most of the light flurries have been stopped by the dry air in the Triangle. → Read More
Orange County Schools moves to remote, Duke activates severe weather policy
WRAL's team of meteorologists is tracking the most significant winter storm to impact the Triangle in over three years. → Read More
NC Weather: Winter storm warning issued ahead of 'perfect setup' for snow
The WRAL weather team is tracking a significant winter storm slated to impact the Triangle and bring the area the most snow we've seen in nearly two years. → Read More
'It is beautiful but it is going to be treacherous': Snowfall gaining intensity, but roads getting icy
The WRAL weather team is tracking a significant winter storm slated to impact the Triangle and bring the area the most snow we've seen in nearly two years. → Read More
Another freeze warning in place, but warmer temperatures on tap
Tuesday will be a mostly cloudy and cooler day, with a high in the low to mid 50s and a chance for some spotty drizzle and light showers. → Read More
Cooler outlook on Friday with highs in the 60s, light showers possible
Friday will be a cooler day with a chilly start to end the workweek. → Read More
Sunny and 60s on Friday before cooler air moves in for the weekend
Friday will be a cooler day with a chilly start to end the workweek. → Read More
Freeze warning in effect for some counties, cool and windy day ahead
Temperatures are likely to fall below freezing everywhere in central N.C. early Monday morning, but the warning only covers counties where the growing season has already begun. → Read More
As spring weather returns so does threat for severe weather
After some cooler days, spring warmth returns Wednesday, but severe weather is possible by Thursday afternoon. → Read More
Triangle under Level 2 risk for Thursday as 45 mph winds possible
After some cooler days, spring warmth returns Wednesday, but severe weather is possible by Thursday afternoon. → Read More
Tornado Warning canceled for Wayne County, Tornado Watch continues into evening for eastern counties
Level 1 and Level 2 risks for severe weather are in place across North Carolina for Thursday afternoon and evening. → Read More
Tuesday stays mostly dry, Level 1 risk for severe storms in place later
Tuesday will be a mostly dry day, but we do have a Level 1 risk for severe storms from the Triangle southward in place during the evening hours. → Read More
Triangle under Level 2 storm risk for Thursday as 50 mph winds possible
Strong to severe storms will arrive in our area Thursday afternoon. → Read More
Weekend looks 'lovely' for Battle of the Blues, Dreamville Fest
After a beautiful Friday with abundant sunshine and milder temperatures, a frost advisory goes into effect for tonight. → Read More
Temperatures soar to the 80s today, severe storm risk returns tomorrow
The National Weather Service has dropped the Triangle from a severe weather risk for Tuesday night as rain passes through the area. → Read More
Level 1 and Level 2: Strong to severe storms possible after lunchtime Thursday
Level 1 and Level 2 risks for severe weather are in place across North Carolina for Thursday afternoon and evening, but the first half of the day will be mostly quiet. → Read More