Another cold night in Carolinas before warm-up arrives: Latest forecast here
By Lisa Villegas
Published on March 18, 2026.
The latest forecast for the North Carolina area includes another cold night with temperatures dropping to around 28° by morning, followed by a cool afternoon on Wednesday. The good news is that temperatures will gradually rise throughout the week, with temperatures expected to return to the 70s and possibly even the 80s by Sunday. The cold weather could stress early blooms, which may be beneficial for those already seeing signs of spring.
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