Below-normal, freezing temperatures are expected to blast South Carolina most of next week, the latest forecasts show.
According to the National Weather Service , a blast of cold, dry air will move through South Carolina next week, generating below-average temperatures for both daytime highs and overnight lows. Much of South Carolina may also endure hard freezes several nights, which could cause unprotected pipes to burst.
“Below-average temps will likely linger into the middle of January,” the NWS states.
Temperature forecasts in SC
The latest forecast shows the Midlands can expect an early preview of the exceptionally cold weather on Saturday and Sunday, with highs in the high 40s and lows in the high 20s. Temperatures will then warm up some on Sunday, followed by showers early Monday as a front moves through.
On Tuesday and Wednesday, expect highs in the mid-40s and lows in the mid-20s.