WILMINGTON, N.C. – Holiday travel in southeastern North Carolina could be complicated by scattered showers and gusty winds on Labor Day. Drivers along I-40 and U.S. 17 may encounter slick pavement and reduced visibility as rain moves through the region early Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a slight chance of showers lingers until mid-morning Monday, with gusts up to 20 mph. Skies will gradually clear, bringing sunshine and a high near 82 degrees by afternoon. Residents are urged to plan around possible delays during the morning commute and stay alert for sudden downpours on coastal highways.
Sunday night remains partly cloudy with lows near 63. Labor Day itself starts unsettled, but cooler air settles in behind the showers. By Monday night, skies clear again, dropping temperatures into the low 60s…