Raleigh, NC – A dramatic weather turnaround is underway across central North Carolina Saturday, October 17, as a strong cold front brings an abrupt end to this week’s record heat. Rain, gusty north winds and falling temperatures will make conditions feel considerably colder, with readings dropping into the 50s during the day.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, scattered morning showers will become steadier rain across much of the region Saturday before gradually tapering off during the middle to late afternoon.
North winds are expected to strengthen, producing gusts between 25 and 30 mph as colder air moves into the region…