NOAA’s 8–14 day outlook shows strong above-normal temperatures across South Carolina from Dec 27 to Jan 2, 2026. Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and coastal/Midlands areas will see highs well above late-December norms—potentially record-challenging in the Lowcountry, where cooler, drier air usually dominates.
Weather Driver
A high-pressure ridge over the eastern U.S. blocks northern cold air and diverts storms from the Southeast, locking in this mild pattern.
Extended View
- Jan 3–16: Above-average temps favored, especially coastal/southern SC; lower confidence long-term.
- Impacts: Reduced heating needs, easier outdoor plans (hikes, events), fewer cold risks—but shifts possible.
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