Lingering rain across coastal NC will continue to shift offshore today, January 26, 2026. Skies will slowly clear, except along the TN border where NW snow showers are possible. While
high temperatures will rise above freezing for portions of the Piedmont and Coastal Plain throughout the day, a cold front will move through during the late afternoon/evening hours, bringing dangerously cold temperatures that will linger through the week.
- A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect across much of NC until midday Monday.
- An Extreme Cold Warning goes into effect Monday afternoon through midday Tuesday.
- A Cold Weather Advisory will go into effect this evening through midday for much of NC.
With Black Ice expected on the roads, the safest thing to do is stay home. If you must travel, remember these safety tips:
- Slow down before curves and turns, keeping it slow overall.
- Leave several car lengths between you and the car ahead.
- Turn off Cruise Control and keep both hands on the wheel.
- Look out for shiny, wet-looking patches especially in shaded areas and on bridges.
- Take your foot off the gas.
- Avoid slamming the brakes.
- Steer with the skid.
- If just sliding, keep the wheel pointed straight ahead.
- Steer towards snow or rougher surfaces if possible.
With the extreme cold settling in this evening remember to avoid Hypothermia with these recommended actions:
- Move to a warm room.
- Warm the core first: chest, neck, head, and groin.
- Stay dry and wrap in blankets, covering the head and neck.
Frostbite causes numbness and discoloration in the face, fingers, and toes, with signs like white or grayish-yellow, firm, or waxy skin. Treatment includes:
- Moving to a warm room
- Soaking in warm water
- Using body heat to warm affected areas
- Avoid massaging or heating pads.
