WESTERN CAROLINAS — Straight to fall, forecasters say, with temperatures going to feel amazing after all the heat residents have dealt with lately. The region is looking at 40s and 50s in the mornings, with much more comfortable afternoons following behind. That first real fall feel is finally arriving, especially heading into Friday.
Mountain Communities See the Coldest Morning Readings
The coldest Friday morning lows are forecast across the mountain communities, with both Asheville and Hendersonville expecting 48 degrees. Nearby Waynesville comes in slightly warmer at 51 degrees, reflecting how the higher elevation terrain allows temperatures to drop especially low overnight.
These mountain readings represent some of the coolest temperatures the region has experienced since spring, offering residents a genuine and welcome preview of true fall conditions after enduring a prolonged stretch of summer-like heat throughout recent weeks.
Upstate South Carolina Also Sees Comfortable 50s
Moving into the Upstate region of South Carolina, Greenville is forecast at 53 degrees, while Spartanburg and Union both come in at 51 degrees. Anderson and Greenwood are expected to see 54 and 53 degrees respectively.
This widespread coverage of comfortable 50s across the Upstate reflects just how far this cooler air mass is expected to reach, giving residents throughout this heavily populated corridor of South Carolina their first genuine taste of fall weather this season.
Franklin and Toccoa See Slightly Milder Readings
Farther west, Franklin is forecast at 55 degrees, while Toccoa comes in at 56 degrees, both slightly milder than the coldest mountain readings but still representing a significant and welcome cooldown compared to recent temperatures throughout the broader region…