ALABAMA — A sharp blast of winter air is driving dangerous wind chills into parts of the Southeast late Thursday night into Friday morning, while forecasters also keep a close eye on a few “low-confidence” snow setups stretching from southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi to the Carolinas this weekend.
The biggest takeaway from the latest graphics and model discussions: it will be very cold, and while snow talk is ramping up on social media, most guidance still supports only a low-end snow risk in the Deep South—with the best chance for impacts coming down to exact storm track and timing.
Cold Wind Chills Return Friday Morning in Georgia and South Carolina
A briefing graphic attributed to NWS Charleston highlights the return of cold wind chills late Thursday night into Friday morning, with wind chills expected to drop into the teens to lower 20s across parts of the region.
The advisory-style probabilities shown on the map indicate:
- Inland areas: Roughly a 60–70% chance of wind chills dropping to 20°F or lower
- Coastal areas: Roughly a 20–50% chance of wind chills dropping to 20°F or lower
In practical terms, that’s the kind of cold that can turn a normal early-morning commute into a quick frostbite risk if you’re outside too long without gloves and layered clothing—especially where winds stay up overnight.
What To Do Before the Coldest Hours Hit
With the coldest conditions focused overnight into Friday morning, the simplest steps are also the most important:
- Dress in layers and cover exposed skin if you’ll be outside early
- Bring pets indoors or ensure warm shelter and unfrozen water
- Protect pipes in vulnerable areas (especially exposed outdoor spigots)
- Check neighbors who may need help staying warm
Low Chance of Snow Saturday Night in Southeast Louisiana and Southern Mississippi…