Aimee Wilmoth

In a typical summer, mosquitoes are a constant nuisance. But this year's dry conditions could offer some relief. However, there might be a different kind of concern. Posted 5/7/2026, 12:10:19 PM Related mosquitoes drought water science WRAL specialists Drought impact May 5, 2026 By Elizabeth Gardner & Aimee Wilmoth The drought Brings Fewer Mosquitoes, but Not Fewer Risks in North Carolina In a typical North Carolina summer, mosquitoes are a constant nuisance.

Colorado State released its tropical outlook for the 2026 season. They predict a slightly below-normal tropical season due to El Niño. Posted 4/9/2026, 5:01:30 PM Related weather WRAL specialists hurricanes 2026 hurricane season Colorado State predicts a slight below-normal 2026 hurricane season By Aimee Wilmoth, WRAL meteorologist Researchers at Colorado State University have released their latest Atlantic hurricane season outlook, pointing to a slightly below-normal year ahead.

Another arctic cold front arrives for the upcoming holiday weekend. With this front, our winter weather chances are going up. The cold front likely arrives Saturday. After the front moves through, models are showing an area of low pressure developing just off the North Carolina coast. This is often a good setup for wintry precipitation in our area. Getting wintry precipitation in our area totally depends on the exact track of this low pressure.