Asheville Faces Below-Freezing Lows on Nov. 7-8
The National Weather Service forecasts overnight temperatures in the 20s and 30s for the Asheville area over the weekend of November 7 and 8, 2026.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Forecasts
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The National Weather Service predicts below-freezing overnight lows in the Asheville area on Saturday and Sunday nights, November 7 and 8, with lows forecast at 29 and 30 degrees. Asheville is expected to have a sunny day on Friday, November 6, with a high near 68 degrees.
Why it matters
Temperatures dropping below freezing in Asheville mark a sharp cool-down following a mild early-November stretch, with a daytime high of about 76 degrees recorded on November 5. Residents across the Asheville area should plan for freezing conditions, particularly overnight, as the forecast does not call for a rainy weekend.
The National Weather Service forecast lists predicted lows of 29 degrees on November 7 and 30 degrees on November 8 for Asheville, with Hendersonville forecast around 35 and 36 degrees. The source does not state how far beyond November 8 the cold is expected to last.
The players
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The National Weather Service is the federal agency responsible for issuing weather forecasts and warnings across the United States, including the Asheville area.
The details
Light rain fell early on November 5 in Asheville, with patchy fog expected to clear after 11 a.m. before a partly sunny afternoon. Forecast highs of about 68 degrees on Friday, 59 on Saturday and 64 on Sunday are paired with overnight lows dropping to freezing levels over the weekend.
Timeline
Nov. 5, 2026: Light rain and patchy fog in Asheville, clearing to a partly sunny afternoon
Nov. 6, 2026: Forecast sunny with a high near 68 degrees in Asheville
Nov. 7, 2026: Predicted below-freezing low of 29 degrees in Asheville
Nov. 8, 2026: Predicted below-freezing low of 30 degrees in Asheville
Seasonal Patterns
Asheville's predicted lows of 29 and 30 degrees on November 7 and 8 fall into the early-season freezes typical of the Blue Ridge mountain area in early November, though the source does not provide a historical average for comparison.
Residents in Asheville should prepare for freezing overnight temperatures on the nights of November 7 and 8, including protecting pipes and plants from the cold. The forecast does not call for a rainy weekend, so outdoor plans on Friday and Saturday afternoons appear less affected by precipitation.
The takeaway
Asheville's weekend cold snap arrives quickly after a mild start to the week, so checking the overnight forecast before November 7 helps residents prepare. Plan around freezing lows rather than the warmer afternoon highs.
Further reading
Track the latest conditions in the Forecasts section for the Asheville area.
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