RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- First Alert Day: The hazardous conditions will impact tonight's and Thursday's morning commute.
Modeling continues to show things winding down through the evening into the early part of tonight as cold, dry air off the Appalachians wins out. Much of the western part of the viewing area could largely be done outside of some terrain-enhanced snow showers by the evening as the upper level low moves into the region. When its all said and done ice accretion of 0-.10-0.25" is expected toward the south and southeast of the Triangle, impacting portions of I-95 and I-40, which could impact evening commutes.
A general 1-3" of snow is still slated across the Triangle, with higher amounts to the north and east. The highest totals still expected near the northeastern NC/VA border whereas much as 6-10 inches can fall.
Looking ahead to the remainder of the work week, there can be some flurries in the morning tomorrow thanks to some low-level convergence as the cold arctic high over the central Plains pushes eastward. Otherwise the main headline will be the chilly conditions with highs largely in the 30s and 40s and lows in the upper teens into the 20's.
A peek at the weekend into next week shows a pattern change is on the way as the storm track shifts into the Pacific Northwest. This in turn will allow for us to gradually warm up climbing closer to historical averages for the end of February.
Have a great evening and stay safe!
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