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WNC Weather Around the clock team weather coverage for the mountains and foothills of Western North Carolina. Forecast by meteorologist Tim Cha

Our team of weather experts and reporters are all located in and around Western North Carolina. We are located in several different counties to provide the most up to date weather forecasts and ground truth. We will keep you informed of the local forecasts, of approaching storms, information during and after the storm, and major weather events in the US. All of our team are volunteers and if you would like to join, please contact us.

A few storms are still lingering over eastern Tennessee, making their way into the southwestern mountains this evening. ...
10/06/2026

A few storms are still lingering over eastern Tennessee, making their way into the southwestern mountains this evening. Isolated storm chances continue until around midnight, before things quiet down overnight in the mountains.

Storms are developing across the southwestern mountains this afternoon. We'll have to keep an eye on this area as you se...
08/06/2026

Storms are developing across the southwestern mountains this afternoon. We'll have to keep an eye on this area as you see on the radar loop, they're developing and expanding over in the same areas. If there's not much movement and the storm coverage continues over the same area, then flash flooding will be a concern in due time.

A slight risk for excessive rainfall for today across the southwestern mountains with a marginal risk to the east.

Storm chances return for the start of the week as a stalled front lingers across the area. For the rest of the week, loo...
07/06/2026

Storm chances return for the start of the week as a stalled front lingers across the area. For the rest of the week, look for your typical summertime afternoon storms as temperatures heat up in the afternoon.

Temperatures will be warmer today, but with the lack of muggy air, it’s going to feel quite pleasant once again. A few c...
04/06/2026

Temperatures will be warmer today, but with the lack of muggy air, it’s going to feel quite pleasant once again. A few clouds might pop up over the mountains this afternoon, but conditions should remain dry.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms will linger through the evening before tapering off overnight as skies clear. Expect...
02/06/2026

Scattered showers and thunderstorms will linger through the evening before tapering off overnight as skies clear. Expect a crisp, cool night with temperatures dipping into the 40s to around 50.

A stalled front to our south will shift back north, bringing a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms tonight. On...
30/05/2026

A stalled front to our south will shift back north, bringing a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms tonight. On Saturday, a backdoor cold front will push southward, keeping rain in the forecast, especially across the southwestern mountains.

- Tonight: Scattered showers and thunderstorms; Flood Watch in effect for Cherokee & Clay counties. Lows in the 60s.
Rain chances: Southwest Mountains 70%, Central & Northern Mountains 50%, Foothills & Piedmont 30%.
- Saturday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms; Flood Watch remains until 2 PM for Cherokee & Clay counties. Highs from mid-70s to low 80s.
Rain chances: Northern Mountains 50% (mainly AM), Central & Southwest Mountains 60%, Foothills & Piedmont 60%.

High pressure is pushing out the muggy air today, but with a stalled front just to our south, an isolated shower or stor...
29/05/2026

High pressure is pushing out the muggy air today, but with a stalled front just to our south, an isolated shower or storm could pop up later this afternoon, mainly in the southwestern mountains. Most spots will stay dry through the day. Expect highs in the mid to upper 70s in the mountains and low 80s elsewhere.

Storm chances will decrease for the rest of the week as a cold front moves further south. It should be far enough away t...
27/05/2026

Storm chances will decrease for the rest of the week as a cold front moves further south. It should be far enough away to give most areas dry conditions for Friday. The front might drift back north a bit on Saturday before clearing out by Sunday. Another front is expected on Monday, bringing a new round of storms and another comfortable air mass for next week.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING - GASTON COUNTYNational Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC6:39 PM EDT | May 27, 2026A...
27/05/2026

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING - GASTON COUNTY
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
6:39 PM EDT | May 27, 2026

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for central Gaston County until 7:45 PM EDT.

At 6:39 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles northwest of Gastonia, near Bessemer City, moving east at 20 mph.

Main threats:
• Damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph
• Nickel-size hail

Potential impacts include damage to trees and power lines.

Locations impacted include:
Gastonia, Mt. Holly, Belmont, Bessemer City, Dallas, Stanley, Cramerton, Lowell, Ranlo, and McAdenville.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNINGNational Weather Service Blacksburg VA3:45 PM EDT | May 27, 2026A Severe Thunderstorm Warning...
27/05/2026

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
3:45 PM EDT | May 27, 2026

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for southeastern Wilkes County and southwestern Yadkin County until 4:15 PM EDT.

At 3:45 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Windy Gap, or about 9 miles southeast of Wilkesboro, moving east at 25 mph.

Main threat:
• Damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph

Potential impacts include damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Locations impacted include:
Windy Gap, Buck Shoals, and Brooks Crossroads.

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