Station Name: MILLS RIVER NEAR MILLS RIVER, NC
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 2,139 feet

Nearest Address:
660 Williamson Rd
Mills River, NC 28759
Henderson County

GPS Coordinates: 35.39805556, -82.595

Nearby Water Temperatures

High Wind Warning issued February 6 at 12:56AM EST until February 7 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 12:56 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 55 to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Buncombe, Burke Mountains, Caldwell Mountains, Henderson, McDowell Mountains, Polk Mountains, Rutherford Mountains, Southern Jackson, and Transylvania Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Avoid being outside near trees. If caught outside, watch for falling debris or tree limbs. Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm and avoid windows and overhanging trees. Use caution if you must drive. 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.

Wind Advisory issued February 6 at 12:56AM EST until February 7 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 12:56 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts of up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Alexander, Eastern McDowell, Eastern Polk, Greater Burke, Greater Caldwell, and Greater Rutherford Counties. In South Carolina, the mountains of Greenville County. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Saturday. * 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 February 6 at 12:56AM EST until February 8 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 12:56 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected above 3500 feet, and possibly lower on high ridgetops. * WHERE...Haywood, Madison, Northern Jackson, and Swain Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday. * 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.

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 5 at 9:05PM EST until February 7 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Thu February 5, 2026, 9:05 PM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 3500 feet. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches with some locations up to 6 inches along the Tennessee border. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. * WHERE...Madison, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will create snow covered roads and produce scattered power outages. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The frequent and strong wind gusts will result in some blowing and drifting of snow.

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.

Cold Weather Advisory issued February 6 at 12:56AM EST until February 8 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 12:56 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 55 to 60 mph, and up to 75 mph expected on ridgetops. For the Cold Weather Advisory above 3500 feet, very cold wind chills as low as 15 below expected, and possibly lower on the highest ridgetops. * WHERE...Mitchell and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Saturday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

Avoid being outside near trees. If caught outside, watch for falling debris or tree limbs. Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm and avoid windows and overhanging trees. Use caution if you must drive. 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.

High Wind Warning issued February 6 at 12:56AM EST until February 7 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 12:56 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 55 to 60 mph, and up to 75 mph expected on ridgetops. For the Cold Weather Advisory above 3500 feet, very cold wind chills as low as 15 below expected, and possibly lower on the highest ridgetops. * WHERE...Mitchell and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Saturday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

Avoid being outside near trees. If caught outside, watch for falling debris or tree limbs. Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm and avoid windows and overhanging trees. Use caution if you must drive. 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.