GREENSBORO, N.C. — We may not have any snow on the way, but that doesn't mean it's not going to get cold. Some bitter Arctic air is sweeping across the country again this weekend and the Triad won't be spared. Our WFMY News 2 Weather team is tracking the chill, when it will arrive, and what you should do to prepare.
ARCTIC AIR MOVING ACROSS THE COUNTRY
You've seen the headlines. Winter is gripping most of the country this week. Frigid high pressure from Canada has built into the area sending lows Wednesday in the 10s. We dropped to 13 degrees in Greensboro -- the coldest we've been since December 2022.
COLDEST WILL BE THIS WEEKEND
After a brief break from the big chill on Thursday and Friday, even colder air will be arriving for the weekend. A new Arctic front will be crossing into the Carolinas Friday night into Saturday morning. It will bring some whipping winds and very cold air.
Expect temperatures to dip into the mid-10s for Saturday morning and low-10s for Sunday morning. Both mornings will have a wind chill in the single digits.
To you an idea of what the top five coldest days have looked like so far this season, we've ranged between 13-25 degrees for lows. The freezing air sliding in this weekend will likely make it on this top five list.
This type of cold does happen in the Carolinas, but usually only a few times each winter. It's a good idea to bundle up using your best winter clothing, limit time outside, and consider protecting any exposed pipes or even dripping faucets. Stay warm, friends! Your WFMY Weather Team will keep you up to date on the forecast as we brace for the frigid air once again this weekend.