Morganton

Current Weather

-1.9°C (28.6°F)

Broken Clouds

Feels like: -4.7°C (23.5°F)

Humidity: 55%

Sun Schedule

Sunrise
07:36
Sunset
17:22

Today's Weather Summary

Today will be very cold, with temperatures around -1.9°C (32°F) but feeling closer to -4.7°C due to wind chill. There is a Special Weather Statement in effect, so be prepared for potentially hazardous conditions. Dress warmly in layers and take precautions to protect exposed skin.

Alert Summary

**Critical Safety Information:** Extremely low humidity (20-25%) and breezy conditions with gusts up to 15 mph are expected this afternoon in Morganton, increasing the risk of rapid wildfire spread and potential respiratory discomfort. Stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities if sensitive to air quality, and be cautious with open flames.

Active Weather Alerts

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Special Weather Statement

Relative humidity in the 20 to 25% range are expected across the western Carolinas and northeast Georgia this afternoon. Breezy conditions are expected this afternoon as well with gusts between 15 to 25 mph. The combination of low humidity, breezy conditions, and dry vegetation will enhance the fire danger across the area. Please refer to your local burn permitting authorities on whether you can burn today. If you do burn, use extreme caution since fires can quickly get out of hand under these conditions.

From: Dec 31, 2025 01:29 Until: Dec 31, 2025 17:00

Alert History Patterns

Based on 26 historical alerts

Based on 26 historical alerts. Covering 4 different event types. Most common concerns: wind, freeze, and high.

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About Morganton

Morganton is a city in United States.

35.745429, -81.687084

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Past Weather Alerts

5 of 25

Cold Weather Advisory

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 5 to 10 below zero, and 15 below zero at the highest peaks....

Dec 30, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025

Special Weather Statement

Occasional snow showers or flurries will continue across southwest Virginia and northeast Tennessee ...

Dec 30, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025

Cold Weather Advisory

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Co...

Dec 30, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025

High Wind Warning

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Co...

Dec 30, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025

Cold Weather Advisory

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Co...

Dec 30, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025