Greenville, S.C. – Warm air across South Carolina is pushing temperatures about 5 degrees above normal today, but isolated thunderstorms could bring damaging winds to parts of the Upstate by Saturday evening.
According to the National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg office, scattered showers and isolated storms are expected through tonight, with the highest risk concentrated around the Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson areas. Some storms could become strong enough to produce damaging gusts, although widespread severe weather is not expected.
Residents in cities like Greenwood, Rock Hill, and Gaffney should stay alert for rapidly changing conditions, especially during the late afternoon and evening hours. While the day will start warm and dry, brief downpours, gusty winds, and lightning could develop quickly. Officials recommend securing outdoor items, monitoring local alerts, and delaying unnecessary travel if storms approach…