Station Name: YADKIN RIVER AT PATTERSON, NC
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,234 feet

Nearest Address:
3701–3751 Trail End
Happy Valley, NC 28645
Caldwell County

GPS Coordinates: 35.9908333, -81.5583333

Nearby Water Temperatures

Special Weather Statement issued April 20 at 1:04AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Mon April 20, 2026, 1:04 AM
Expires: Mon April 20, 2026, 8:00 PM

Brush and leaf litter are very dry in all but the northern mountains of North Carolina, where fuel moisture values are higher due to recent rainfall. Relative humidity will fall to around 30 percent in the mountains and below 25 percent in the foothills and Piedmont this afternoon. Wind gusts up to 35 mph can be expected across the mountains, with wind gusts up to 25 mph across the foothills and Piedmont. Given these conditions, outdoor fires will be able to spread quickly once started, increasing the danger of wildfires. A statewide burn ban remains in effect until further notice for North Carolina. Open burning of any kind is illegal.

Frost Advisory issued April 20 at 1:39PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Mon April 20, 2026, 1:39 PM
Expires: Tue April 21, 2026, 12:00 AM

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 35 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...Portions of western North Carolina. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

Special Weather Statement issued April 20 at 12:13AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Mon April 20, 2026, 12:13 AM
Expires: Mon April 20, 2026, 8:00 PM

The combination of low relative humidity values in the 20 to 30 percent range, dry fuels, and gusty winds will continue to dry out fuels. This will result in an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires through this evening. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks, and keep vehicles off of dry leaves and grass. A statewide burn ban issued by the North Carolina Forest Service is currently in place. Open burning of any kind is illegal.

Freeze Warning issued April 20 at 7:58AM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Mon April 20, 2026, 7:58 AM
Expires: Mon April 20, 2026, 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest North Carolina and central, south central, southwest, and west central Virginia. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

Freeze Warning issued April 20 at 12:51PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Mon April 20, 2026, 12:51 PM
Expires: Tue April 21, 2026, 9:00 AM

* WHAT...Temperatures in the mid to upper 20s expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest North Carolina, southwest Virginia, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation, and they may possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.