GREENSBORO, N.C. — The morning commute could be a slick one, and you'll need to inspect surfaces carefully before walking on Monday morning. A quick moving weather system will bring a few hours of freezing rain to the Piedmont.
The WFMY News 2 Weather Team is tracking a weather system moving through South Carolina that will arrive in North Carolina early on Monday morning. This has been quick to develop, so the forecast is adjusting accordingly. Temperatures will range between 25 and 30 degrees when the system arrives, which means freezing precipitation is possible.
The way this system is stacked, we will have cold air at the ground, and warm air above our heads. That means it will fall from the clouds as rain, which can then freeze on contact at the surface.
When you are getting ready to get going on Monday morning, an icy glaze is possible on cars, on trees, on sidewalks, decks, and elevated surfaces. Most roads may not be icy, but bridges and overpasses could have slick spots. It does not take much ice to create difficult or surprisingly slick travel conditions.
Timing:
- 12am - 4am: Mainly dry. Some spotty freezing rain possible
- 4am - 1pm: Freezing rain likely. One tenth of an inch or ice possible on elevated surfaces. Slick spots on roads likely.
- Noon - 2pm: Temps rise above freezing. Scattered rain continues.
- 2pm - 6pm: Scattered rain continues, and eventually tapers off.
What to do:
- Be careful before stepping outside Monday morning. Freezing rain can create lots of slip and fall injuries. Sidewalks / decks / patios could be icy
- Be cautious if traveling. Bridges and overpasses may be icy or slick
- Pay attention for any changes in the forecast
- Watch the WFMY Good Morning Show for updates on road conditions between 4:30am and 7am.
