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Current Weather in Knightdale, NC

Updated: Sat Oct 17th 2026 5:45 PM EDT

Overcast

53^°F 11^°C

Feels Like 45^°F / 7^°C

Knightdale, NC weather condition is Overcast and 53°F.

Today's Weather in Knightdale,NC

The current weather in Knightdale NC as of 5:45 PM EDT on Sat Oct 17th 2026, has a sky condition of Overcast with the visibility of 6 mile(s) and the UV index at 0.3. It is 53 degrees fahrenheit but feels like 45 degrees with a forecasted high of 73 and low of 49. The barometric pressure is 30.19 - measured by inches of mercury - and is steady since its last observation. The humidity is 77 percent that's falling since the last report, with a dew point of 46 degrees fahrenheit which is falling. Wind direction is from the North-Northeast at 15.4 miles per hour, gusting at 30.7 miles per hour. Sunrise was at 7:22 AM and Sunset is at 6:36 PM. The moon phase is a First Quarter moon rising at 2:15 PM with 47% illumination. Thank you for listening to the weather report from LocalConditions.com!

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Barometer 30.19 inHg. rising
Humidity 77% falling
Heat Index 53°F
Wind from NNE. 15.4 mph
Wind Gust 30.7 miles per hour
Wind Chill 48°F
UV Index 0.3

Dew Point 46°F falling
Visibility 6 mi.
Sunrise 7:22 AM
Sunset 6:36 PM
Moonrise 2:15 PM
Moonset 11:58 PM
Moon Phase First Quarter Moon 47%

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Light Rain

Light Rain with a high of 73°F and a low of 49°F. Probable rainfall forecasted, having an 85% chance with an estimated 0.74in. Winds will be strong at speeds peaking at 21mph. The humidity will be on the higher side, reaching around 80%.

Temperature	Humidity	Rainfall	Snow	Wind
Hi 73° \| Lo 49°	80%	85% \| est. 0.74in	0%	20.6 mph

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 61°F and a low of 43°F. 2% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be moderate, blowing around 17mph. Humidity levels are comfortable, sitting around 48%.

Temperature	Humidity	Rainfall	Snow	Wind
Hi 61° \| Lo 43°	48%	2%	0%	16.3 mph

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 66°F and a low of 45°F. 3% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be moderate, blowing around 17mph. Humidity levels are comfortable, sitting around 56%.

Temperature	Humidity	Rainfall	Snow	Wind
Hi 66° \| Lo 45°	56%	3%	0%	16.8 mph

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 73°F and a low of 50°F. 1% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be moderate, blowing around 17mph. Humidity levels are comfortable, sitting around 44%.

Temperature	Humidity	Rainfall	Snow	Wind
Hi 73° \| Lo 50°	44%	1%	0%	16.6 mph

Sunny

Sunny with a high of 70°F and a low of 50°F. 2% possible chance of rain predicted. Winds will be moderate, blowing around 14mph. Humidity levels are comfortable, sitting around 53%.

Temperature	Humidity	Rainfall	Snow	Wind
Hi 70° \| Lo 50°	53%	2%	0%	13.2 mph

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Hourly Temperature

The current temperature today is 53^°F. The morning temperature of 54°^F is lowest at 9am with the daytime high of 54°^F at 11am and a low around 49°^F at 11pm is expected.

Hourly Barometric Pressure

The highest pressure today is 30.35^inHg at 11pm and lowest being 29.82^inHg at 12am.

Hourly Wind Speeds

The fastest wind is reported to be 20.6^mph at 11am, while the slowest is 6.7^mph around 1am; expect wind gusts peaking 33.4^mph at 1pm.

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Current National Weather

Cold Blast and Nor'easter to Impact Central and Eastern U.S., 10-17 to 10-19

Updated Sat Oct 17th 2026, 10:05am PDT

Over the weekend, much of the central, southern, and eastern United States will experience significantly cooler temperatures, with frost and freezing conditions expected from the Plains to the East. A strong cold front will sweep across these areas, bringing a colder and drier air mass. In the Great Lakes and parts of the Northeast, especially higher elevations, there will be a mix of rain and snow early Saturday. This will occur as colder air aloft interacts with existing precipitation.

Nor'easter Brewing on the East Coast

This weekend, a developing coastal storm, known as a Nor'easter, will form near the Carolina coast. This system will cause unsettled weather along the Mid-Atlantic through Monday. Expect heavy rain, strong winds, and hazardous surf conditions. The potential for coastal flooding and beach erosion is significant, depending on the storm's path and strength.

Fire Weather Concerns in California

Meanwhile, in California, dry conditions and strong winds will increase the risk of fires through Sunday, especially in areas prone to Santa Ana winds. This is due to a strong pressure gradient in the region. Be cautious, especially in wind-prone areas.

Rainy Weather in the Pacific Northwest

In the Pacific Northwest, there will be light showers this Saturday, mainly in coastal areas and the northern Cascades, as a weak weather system approaches. Additional showers are possible in the Southwest through Monday, due to lingering disturbances.

Temperature Drop Alert

A high-pressure system is moving in, leading to a big drop in temperatures by 15-25 degrees below normal in the Southern Plains, Mid-Atlantic, and Ohio Valley. Freeze Warnings and Frost Advisories are in place for many areas through Sunday.

This weather report is valid for ZIP code 27545, accurately covering the area of Knightdale, NC.