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North Carolina – A mild New Year’s morning greets the Triangle with soft clouds, damp pavement, and a springlike feel that won’t last. Jackets feel optional now, but umbrellas and rain gear will matter soon as the pattern shifts heading into the first weekend of 2026.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, temperatures climb into the mid-50s today under mostly sunny skies, aided by light north winds. That warmth fades quickly after sunset, with readings sliding back toward the low 30s by nightfall. The rapid cool-down may leave patches of moisture on roads, especially on bridges and shaded streets…