NORTH CAROLINA — A true taste of October chill is on the way for Wednesday morning across western North Carolina and the Upstate of South Carolina. Many communities are forecast to wake up in the 40s, while the higher mountains dip into the 30s. Boone is expected to drop to around 39 degrees, with Asheville and Waynesville near 42. The crisp air will offer a perfect chance to open windows and enjoy fall weather.
Boone Leads the Chill at 39 Degrees
Boone is forecast to be one of the coldest spots in the region Wednesday morning, with a low near 39 degrees. The surrounding high country could see similar or even colder readings at higher elevations.
The highest mountains northeast of Asheville are highlighted for lows in the 30s. Residents in these areas will want warm layers for early morning activities.
Asheville, Waynesville, and Hendersonville in the Low 40s
Asheville and Waynesville are both forecast to reach around 42 degrees Wednesday morning. Hendersonville is expected to be close behind at around 43 degrees.
Franklin is forecast near 45 degrees, while Hickory and Johnson City are expected around 44. These readings mark some of the coolest mornings of the season so far for the region.
Upstate South Carolina Wakes Up in the Upper 40s
Across the Upstate of South Carolina, lows will be slightly milder but still noticeably cool. Spartanburg is forecast to reach around 47 degrees, while Greenville is expected near 48…