Greenville, S.C. – Cloudy skies will keep temperatures in check Friday across the western Carolinas, but residents should still prepare for scattered showers and storms through the evening. The unsettled pattern could disrupt outdoor plans, though forecasters say a complete washout is unlikely.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, storm chances will range between 60% and 80% in parts of South Carolina, North Carolina, and northeast Georgia through Friday night. The highest rain potential sits along the mountains and foothills, where localized downpours could bring brief flooding in low-lying spots.
Cities including Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson may see passing showers by the afternoon, while Asheville and Hendersonville in western North Carolina carry a strong chance for evening thunderstorms. Motorists on I-85 and I-26 should watch for sudden downpours reducing visibility during the afternoon commute…