Jacksonville, North Carolina Weather
Jacksonville, North Carolina — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Jacksonville, Onslow County.
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About Jacksonville, North Carolina
Jacksonville, North Carolina, unfolds across a landscape shaped by the gentle embrace of coastal plains and the meandering currents of the New River. It lies 32.8 miles south-west of New Bern, NC (from New Bern, NC: bearing 222°T), and is situated 6.8 miles west-north-west of Piney Green. This area, historically significant for its strategic position, has long been a gateway to the Atlantic, influencing its development from early settlements to its current standing. The economy of Jacksonville is deeply intertwined with the military presence of nearby Camp Lejeune, a major driver of growth, while also drawing strength from burgeoning sectors in healthcare, education, and a growing retail and service industry that caters to a diverse population. The fertile soil of Onslow County has historically supported agriculture, a legacy that subtly lingers in the surrounding countryside, offering a quiet counterpoint to the more modern economic engines. The cultural character of Jacksonville is a blend of Southern hospitality and the unique dynamism brought by its military community, fostering a welcoming spirit that embraces new arrivals. While Jacksonville itself may not boast globally recognized landmarks, its proximity to the stunning beaches of the Crystal Coast and the natural beauty of the Croatan National Forest offers ample opportunities for recreation and reflection. The city is home to Coastal Carolina Community College, contributing to its educational fabric, and while professional sports teams are not a prominent feature, local spirit often rallies around high school and collegiate athletics. Major events throughout the year, often tied to community festivals or military observances, punctuate the calendar, reflecting the town’s vibrant social life. Though no singular global icon calls Jacksonville home, its residents are a rich collection of individuals who contribute to the ongoing story of this coastal Carolina settlement.
Live animated radar for Jacksonville and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
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| Location | Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 34.754052°N, 77.430242°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 28540, 28546, 28541 |
| Area Code | 910 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Jacksonville, North Carolina Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Jacksonville, North Carolina, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Jacksonville includes coordinates 34.754052°N, 77.430242°W, situated in Onslow County. ZIP code 28540, 28546, 28541. Telephone area code: 910. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
