ALT NOAA Climate Prediction Center 6–10 Day Temperature Outlook, valid October 30–November 3, 2026. Above-normal temperatures are favored across much of the central and eastern United States, including the Carolinas and northeast Georgia, with probabilities generally ranging from 60–90%. Below-normal temperatures are favored along the West Coast, while near-normal temperatures are indicated across portions of the northern Rockies.

ALT Graphic comparing the impacts of Helene and the current forecast for Isaias across the western Carolinas. Helene brought 15–30 inches of rain, sustained winds over 60 mph, gusts exceeding 70 mph, and catastrophic flooding. Isaias is forecast to bring 1–3 inches of rain, locally higher along the Blue Ridge Escarpment, with winds of 15–25 mph and gusts of 30–40 mph. Higher elevations could experience gusts of 40–50 mph. Unlike Helene, dry conditions are expected ahead of Isaias. Overall impacts are forecast to be significantly less severe than Helene.

ALT Graphic showing the how the earth's orbit affects the seasons. Also showing how close to and far away from the sun the earth is during the orbit.

ALT Autumnal equinox occurs Tuesday September 23 at 8:05 PM EDT. Twice a year, the sun shines directly on the equator, this day is called the equinox (Latin for equal night). On the equinox, daylight and night will be roughly 12 hours each. The Autumnal Equinox (September 22 or 23) marks the beginning of fall. The Vernal Equinox (March 20 or 21) marks the beginning of spring. Did you know the earth is actually closer to the sun during the northern hemisphere winter? This winter, the earth will be closest to the sun at 9:33 pm EST January 2. This is called the perihelion.