September 23, 2025

Scattered Showers and Thunderstorms Forecasted for Asheville

Asheville, North Carolina, September 23, 2025

News Summary

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected in Western North Carolina this week, with particularly wetter conditions on Thursday and Friday. As fall begins, residents can anticipate above-normal temperatures similar to late summer, shifting to cooler and drier weather heading into early September. The typical freeze in Asheville is around October 21, when temperatures are expected to drop significantly. Residents are advised to stay informed and prepare for the changing seasons ahead, including checking smoke detectors before daylight saving time ends.

Asheville, North Carolina – Scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecasted for Western North Carolina this week, with the U.S. National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg predicting wetter conditions on Thursday and Friday. As fall officially begins at 2:19 p.m. on Monday, residents can expect higher-than-normal temperatures that resemble late summer.

The pending cold front is prompting a transition to cooler and drier weather in the region. The typical date for the first fall freeze in Asheville is around October 21, when temperatures are expected to dip to 32 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. This year’s colder air mass is anticipated to linger into early September, bringing below-normal temperatures and lower humidity as it moves east across Western North Carolina.

Starting Monday, the forecast includes mostly sunny skies with a high near 78 degrees and overnight lows of about 54 degrees. Tuesday will feature similar weather, with highs in the upper 70s and cooler nights dropping into the upper 40s. Wednesday is also predicted to maintain these temperatures, with highs around 77 degrees and mostly sunny conditions.

On Thursday, residents should prepare for mostly cloudy skies and a slight chance of showers late that night into early Friday. Throughout the week, high temperatures are expected to hover in the upper 70s, while overnight lows will remain in the 50s.

As the daylight saving time change approaches on Sunday, November 2, at 2 a.m., residents are reminded to replace the batteries in smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and NOAA weather radios to ensure they are prepared for the colder months ahead.

While Asheville is gearing up for the first fall freeze, predictions for winter 2025-26 indicate below-normal temperatures, with the Old Farmer’s Almanac suggesting that the snowiest periods for Western North Carolina will occur late December, late January, early and late February, and mid-March. Frost data from NOAA also indicates that the first fall frost typically arrives around October 26 in Asheville.

Looking ahead, Asheville is projected to reach record high temperatures of 84 degrees on April 4, surpassing a previous record of 83 degrees set in 1999. Meanwhile, Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport may come close to the April 4 record high of 88 degrees, with a forecast of 86 degrees.

As this transitional period continues, residents should stay informed about the changing weather conditions and prepare accordingly for the upcoming fall and winter seasons.

FAQ Section

What weather is forecasted for Western North Carolina this week?

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecasted through Wednesday, with rain and storms likely on Thursday and Friday.

When does fall officially begin?

Fall officially begins at 2:19 p.m. on Monday.

What is the typical date for the first fall freeze in Asheville?

The typical date for the first fall freeze in Asheville is around October 21, when temperatures reach 32 degrees Fahrenheit or lower.

What weather conditions can we expect starting Monday?

Monday’s forecast includes mostly sunny skies with a high near 78 degrees and overnight lows around 54 degrees.

What should residents do as daylight saving time ends?

Residents are reminded to replace batteries in smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and NOAA weather radios during the time change.

Key Features

Feature	Details
First Day of Fall	2:19 p.m. on Monday
Weather Forecast	Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly Thursday and Friday
First Fall Freeze Date	Expected around October 21
Daylight Saving Time Ends	2 a.m. on Sunday, November 2
Temperature on Monday	High near 78 degrees, lows around 54 degrees