- First Alert Weather Day: In effect through early Monday morning due to blustery winds and dangerously low wind chills (8-15°F before sunrise).
- Cold Weather Advisory: Continues until 10 AM Monday (9 AM for Williamsburg and Georgetown Counties). Take precautions like layering clothing, protecting exposed skin, and limiting outdoor time.
- Lake Wind Advisory: Until 4 AM Monday for Orangeburg, Clarendon, and Berkeley Counties. Gusts near Lake Moultrie and Lake Marion could hit 30 MPH; winds elsewhere drop to 5-10 MPH by sunrise.
Temperature Outlook
Monday stays chilly under sunny skies, with highs only in the upper 30s to low 40s—about 20-25°F below average and near record lows.
Expect another plunge Monday night into Tuesday morning, with lows in the upper teens to 20s under clear skies and light winds.
Warmer air returns midweek: seasonable highs Wednesday, nearing 70°F inland by Thursday-Friday ahead of a weak front.
Safety Tips for Lowcountry Residents
Stay safe during this cold snap, especially if you’re in Charleston or nearby:
- Check on vulnerable neighbors, like the elderly or those without heat.
- Insulate pipes and bring pets indoors.
- For hikers or outdoor enthusiasts, postpone trails until temps rebound—local spots like those in the Francis Marion National Forest could feel even colder with wind.
- Monitor SC Emergency Management Division updates for any shelter openings.
Planning ahead for family activities or local events this week? Let me know how I can help with forecasts or alternatives.
TONIGHT – FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Clear & Very Cold. Breezy. Lows: 10s & 20s (Wind Chills: 8-15°).
MONDAY – FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Sunny & Cold. Low AM Wind Chills. High 42, Low 25.
TUESDAY: Sunny Sky. High 54, Low 35.
WEDNESDAY: Partly Sunny. High 64, Low 47.
THURSDAY: Mostly Cloudy. Small Rain Chance. High 70, Low 55.
FRIDAY: AM Clouds, PM Sun. High 67, Low 43.
