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 January 27 at 2:37PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Tue January 27, 2026, 2:37 PM
Expires: Wed January 28, 2026, 4:00 AM

Temperatures are expected to fall below freezing again by 8 PM this evening, after which lingering runoff from melted snow and sleet will refreeze on untreated roads. Patchy black ice can be expected once again tonight through Wednesday morning, especially in spots that are normally shady. Icy patches will remain until temperatures can warm above freezing in the late morning hours on Wednesday. If traveling late tonight and Wednesday morning, be prepared for slick spots, especially on bridges and overpasses and any untreated roadways. Use extra caution when walking on sidewalks, driveways, and in parking lots.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 28 at 1:24AM EST until January 29 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Wed January 28, 2026, 1:24 AM
Expires: Wed January 28, 2026, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Counties. In Virginia, Bland, Giles, Grayson, Smyth, and Tazewell Counties. In West Virginia, Mercer, Monroe, and Summers Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 28 at 1:19AM EST until January 29 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 28, 2026, 1:19 AM
Expires: Wed January 28, 2026, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected. * WHERE...Avery County. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 10 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.

Special Weather Statement issued January 27 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Tue January 27, 2026, 7:00 PM
Expires: Wed January 28, 2026, 10:00 AM

Where temperatures rose above freezing today or became slushy under direct sunlight, any snow or ice that managed to melt will refreeze tonight as temperatures drop into the single digits to teens. Those traveling tonight through Wednesday morning should be on the lookout for areas of ice. Remember to use caution while driving, slow down, and leave plenty of space between vehicles.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 28 at 1:19AM EST until January 29 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 28, 2026, 1:19 AM
Expires: Wed January 28, 2026, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected above 3500 feet. * WHERE...Mitchell and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Thursday. * 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.