Station Name: FRENCH BROAD RIVER AT ASHEVILLE, NC
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,955 feet

Nearest Address:
506 Pearson Bridge Rd
Asheville, NC 28801
Buncombe County

GPS Coordinates: 35.60888889, -82.5780556

Nearby Water Temperatures

Wind Advisory issued January 14 at 1:02PM EST until January 15 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:02 PM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 9:15 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected above 3500 feet. * WHERE...Buncombe County. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of weather information for the latest updates. Additional details can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 1:02PM EST until January 16 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:02 PM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 9:15 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills of 5 below to 13 below expected above 3500 feet. * WHERE...High elevations above 3500 feet in Graham, Haywood, Macon, Madison, Jackson, and Swain Counties. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 12:53PM EST until January 15 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 12:53 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 3500 feet. Total snow accumulations mainly of 2 to 4 inches, with isolated ridges seeing up to 6 inches. Winds gusting 50 to 55 mph with higher gusts possible on the highest peaks. * WHERE...High elevations of Madison, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties, above 3500 feet. * WHEN...Until noon EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will create snow covered roads and produce scattered power outages. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 4:16AM EST until January 15 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 4:16 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:15 PM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 3500 feet. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with up to 12 inches possible in isolated locations. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Elevations above 3500 feet in Haywood and Swain Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to noon EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the snow on tree limbs and power lines. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 12:53PM EST until January 15 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 12:53 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 3500 feet. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with 8 to 12 inches on the highest ridgetops. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Haywood and Swain Counties. * WHEN...Until noon EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the snow on tree limbs and power lines. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Wind Advisory issued January 14 at 1:02PM EST until January 15 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:02 PM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 9:15 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory above 3500 feet, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 55 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory above 3500 feet, very cold wind chills of 5 below to 15 below expected, with a few peaks possibly seeing even lower values. * WHERE...High elevations of Mitchell and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Thursday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of weather information for the latest updates. Additional details can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 1:02PM EST until January 16 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:02 PM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 9:15 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory above 3500 feet, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 55 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory above 3500 feet, very cold wind chills of 5 below to 15 below expected, with a few peaks possibly seeing even lower values. * WHERE...High elevations of Mitchell and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Thursday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of weather information for the latest updates. Additional details can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 12:25AM EST until January 15 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 12:25 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Locally higher amounts possible along the highest peaks. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Johnson, Southeast Carter, Southeast Greene, Southeast Monroe, and Unicoi Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 12:43PM EST until January 15 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 12:43 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 2:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches. Locally higher amounts possible along the highest peaks. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph at times especially over the higher elevations. * WHERE...Johnson, Southeast Carter, Southeast Greene, Southeast Monroe, and Unicoi Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 14 at 12:25AM EST until January 15 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 12:25 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, mainly at or above 3000 feet in elevation. Locally higher amounts of 10 inches or more are expected along the highest peaks. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Blount Smoky Mountains, Cocke Smoky Mountains, and Sevier Smoky Mountains Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Special Weather Statement issued January 14 at 1:22PM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:22 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:30 AM

A cold front will move across east Tennessee, southwest Virginia, and southwest North Carolina late this afternoon and evening bringing with it widespread precipitation and colder temperatures. A band of rain will move into the region then mix with and change over to snow showers during the evening. A brief period of accumulating snow is possible tonight before the main precipitation band exits across the Plateau and southwest Virginia, as well as portions of the northern and central valley in east Tennessee. In addition, a few snow showers and flurries will linger across these areas into Thursday morning. Snowfall of a dusting to 1/2 inch will be possible in some areas, with up to 1 inch across the highest ridge tops. Lingering moisture on roadways may also freeze in some spots later tonight, with patches of ice possible. Slick road conditions will be possible across portions of the area this evening into early Thursday. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio and other local media for further details or updates.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 14 at 12:43PM EST until January 15 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 12:43 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 2:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches, mainly at or above 3000 feet in elevation. Locally higher amounts will be possible over the highest peaks, Winds gusting as high as 40 mph at times especially over the higher elevations. * WHERE...Blount Smoky Mountains, Cocke Smoky Mountains, and Sevier Smoky Mountains Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Special Weather Statement issued January 14 at 9:01AM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 9:01 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 2:15 PM

A cold front will move across east Tennessee, southwest Virginia, and southwest North Carolina late this afternoon and evening bringing with it widespread precipitation and colder temperatures. A band of rain will move into the region then mix with and change over to snow during the evening. A brief period of accumulating snow is possible across the Plateau, southwest Virginia, northeast Tennessee, and central valley. Snowfall of a dusting to 1/2 inch is possible mainly on grassy and elevated surfaces, and up to 1 inch across the higher ridges. Snow covered roadways are possible especially across the higher terrain this evening into tonight. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio and other local media for further details or updates.