GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) – The pressure gradient tightens Sunday as high pressure builds in from the west, supporting widespread gusts of 30–40 mph across much of the area.
Windy Conditions Saturday Night Into Sunday
The cold front ushers in strong winds Saturday night and into Sunday. The higher elevations of the mountain see gusts reaching advisory criteria by Sunday morning, with the Piedmont experiencing gusts near 30 mph at times Sunday afternoon.
Travel impacts: If you’re planning to drive Saturday night or Sunday, expect winds that could affect high-profile vehicles. Secure any outdoor items before Saturday — trash cans, patio furniture, and decorations should go inside or be tied down. Gusts look to be anywhere from about 25-35 mph, even near 40 mph are possible.
Sunday Outlook
After the system moves through, conditions improve Sunday afternoon as drier air moves in and sunshine returns. Temperatures drop, and winds gradually diminish by evening. Some flurries develop in the highest mountain elevations Sunday morning, but significant snow accumulation doesn’t occur.
What You Should Do
- Stay with us: Check back frequently for updates as the system approaches and moves through. The First Alert Weather Team is tracking every detail.
After the system exits Sunday, conditions improve significantly. Dry weather takes over Monday and Tuesday with temperatures returning to more typical January weather. Highs are in the 40s and 50s, but it’s cold at night with lows in the 20s.
Looking ahead: quiet then uncertain midweek
A dry, warming trend is expected Sunday night into Tuesday with mostly sunny skies and lighter winds that limit broader fire concerns. By midweek the pattern becomes more active; models disagree on how much moisture will return Wednesday–Thursday, so precipitation and mountain snow potential remain uncertain. Keep an eye on forecast updates if you live in the high country or the southern/eastern Piedmont…