Hazardous Weather Outlook: Winter Weather Possible on Friday
Added on Jan 6, 2021
This Hazardous Weather Outlook has been updated as of 3:15pm EST January 7, 2021.
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Overview
- Rain is expected to mix with and changeover to all snow across the Piedmont late Friday as low pressure passes through North Carolina.
- A small accumulation of heavy, wet snow is possible.
Threats
- Accumulating snow.
Timing
- Late Friday afternoon into Friday night.
Location
- The best chance for accumulating snow (~1″) is south of Virginia Hwy 460 and west of Interstate 95.
- A mix of rain and snow is possible even into Hampton Roads and northeast North Carolina Friday night with little or no accumulation expected.
Hazards and Impacts
- Travel may become hazardous late Friday afternoon into Friday night due to a small accumulation of heavy, wet snow.
- This event appears to be all rain or snow. No freezing rain or ice is expected.
Additional Information
- Confidence is still low on exact snow amounts and timing.
- Continue to monitor the forecast for the latest information and updates.