Special Weather Statement
Continued dry fuels and low humidity across the region raise
concern for increased fire danger. Although winds will not be as
strong as the previous day, relative humidity values nearing
critical levels combined with dry fuels support a continued
elevated fire weather threat across the Midlands and CSRA. Outdoor
fires will have the potential to spread quickly, increasing the
danger of wildfires.
A statewide burn ban remains in effect for South Carolina until
further notice.
From: Mar 29, 2026 02:25
Until: Mar 30, 2026 00:00
Special Weather Statement
While moisture is expected to begin slowly recovering today,
another very dry afternoon is expected with relative humidity
values between 15 and 25 percent forecast across much of the
area. Although winds will be mostly light, between 5 and 10 mph,
the dry air combined with very dry vegetation will result in a
continuation of elevated fire danger.
Statewide burn bans are in effect for both North Carolina and
South Carolina until further notice. Open burning of any kind
is subject to fines until the bans are lifted.
From: Mar 29, 2026 08:05
Until: Mar 30, 2026 00:00
Special Weather Statement
The combination of relative humidities falling near or below 30
percent, northerly wind gusts up to 25-30 mph, and dry fine fuels
will create increased fire danger conditions across parts of the
northern and western Midlands. Given the dry vegetation and
increased winds outdoor fires will have the potential to spread
quickly, increasing the danger of wildfires.
Please refer to your local burn permitting authorities on whether
you can burn today. If you do burn, use extreme caution as fires
can quickly get out of control under these conditions.
From: Mar 23, 2026 05:50
Until: Mar 24, 2026 02:45
Special Weather Statement
Dry brush and leaf litter have become very dry in recent days due
to breezy conditions and low relative humidity. These conditions
are forecast again today. Relative humidity will fall below 30
percent for much of the afternoon and evening hours, and wind
gusts may reach 25 to 30 mph at times. Given the dry vegetation,
outdoor fires will be able to spread quickly once started,
increasing the danger of wildfires.
Please refer to your local burn permitting authorities on whether
you can burn today. If you do burn, use extreme caution since
fires can quickly get out of hand under these conditions.
From: Mar 23, 2026 06:44
Until: Mar 24, 2026 02:00
Dense Fog Advisory
* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.
From: Mar 01, 2026 05:15
Until: Mar 01, 2026 15:00
Lake Wind Advisory
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 35 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 5 PM EST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
From: Feb 26, 2026 06:15
Until: Feb 26, 2026 22:00
Lake Wind Advisory
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 35 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 7 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
From: Feb 25, 2026 07:06
Until: Feb 26, 2026 00:00
Lake Wind Advisory
* WHAT...Southwest winds 5 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
From: Feb 25, 2026 16:20
Until: Feb 26, 2026 00:00
Wind Advisory
* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts exceeding 40 mph at
times.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 10 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
From: Feb 22, 2026 06:18
Until: Feb 23, 2026 03:00
Lake Wind Advisory
* WHAT...West winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
From: Feb 20, 2026 13:24
Until: Feb 20, 2026 21:00
Lake Wind Advisory
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 35 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
From: Feb 20, 2026 05:29
Until: Feb 20, 2026 18:00
Lake Wind Advisory
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
From: Feb 18, 2026 16:40
Until: Feb 19, 2026 00:00
Lake Wind Advisory
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 7 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
From: Feb 18, 2026 05:07
Until: Feb 18, 2026 19:00
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 8 degrees expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 9 AM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. Very cold temperatures can lead
to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
From: Feb 01, 2026 23:25
Until: Feb 02, 2026 14:00
Special Weather Statement
While some melting of snow is occurring today under sunny skies,
temperatures after sunset will quickly drop well below freezing.
This will lead to icy road conditions this evening into Monday
morning as liquid on roadways will refreeze in spots. Hazardous
travel conditions are possible once again, especially on untreated
roadways and in shaded spots where not much melting occurred
today. Drive carefully and please refer to local officials for
specific road conditions in your community.
From: Feb 01, 2026 17:07
Until: Feb 02, 2026 14:00
Extreme Cold Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills around 0 degrees expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
From: Jan 31, 2026 18:13
Until: Feb 01, 2026 15:00
Extreme Cold Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills around 0 degrees expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
From: Feb 01, 2026 10:33
Until: Feb 01, 2026 15:00
Extreme Cold Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North
Carolina, and the Upstate of South Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST this morning.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero
could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not
taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is
exposed to these temperatures. Pets and livestock will be
endangered by extreme cold if left unprotected for extended
periods.
From: Feb 01, 2026 06:48
Until: Feb 01, 2026 15:00
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 7
inches. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...A portion of central South Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with loss of traction on
roadways and low visibilities.
From: Jan 31, 2026 18:16
Until: Feb 01, 2026 15:00
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4
inches. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions and low visibilities.
From: Jan 31, 2026 18:16
Until: Feb 01, 2026 15:00
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Snowfall ending over the region. Area roadways remain icy
and hazardous travel is expected through the morning.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: Feb 01, 2026 10:29
Until: Feb 01, 2026 15:00
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4
inches.
* WHERE...A portion of central South Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
From: Feb 01, 2026 00:04
Until: Feb 01, 2026 12:00
Extreme Cold Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 1 above.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
From: Feb 01, 2026 00:00
Until: Feb 01, 2026 12:00
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
From: Feb 01, 2026 00:04
Until: Feb 01, 2026 12:00
Extreme Cold Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 1 below expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
From: Jan 31, 2026 06:32
Until: Feb 01, 2026 06:45
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 9 inches
expected. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...A portion of central South Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.
From: Jan 31, 2026 06:29
Until: Feb 01, 2026 06:30
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches
expected. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
From: Jan 31, 2026 06:29
Until: Feb 01, 2026 06:30
Extreme Cold Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and western Piedmont of
North Carolina, and the Upstate of South Carolina.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero
could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not
taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is
exposed to these temperatures. Pets and livestock will be
endangered by extreme cold if left unprotected for extended
periods.
From: Jan 31, 2026 07:00
Until: Feb 01, 2026 03:30
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 7
inches, with areas along and east of I-77 seeing the highest
accumulations. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North
Carolina, and Upstate South Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may
produce isolated power outages due to the weight of the snow on
tree limbs and power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads
and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Very gusty
winds today could result in areas of blowing snow, causing very
poor visibility.
From: Jan 31, 2026 17:47
Until: Feb 01, 2026 03:15
Extreme Cold Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as zero expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 7 PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
From: Jan 30, 2026 16:44
Until: Jan 31, 2026 18:00
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 8
inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North
Carolina, and Upstate South Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may
produce isolated power outages due to the weight of the snow on
tree limbs and power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads
and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Very gusty
winds today could result in areas of blowing snow, causing very
poor visibility.
From: Jan 31, 2026 07:06
Until: Jan 31, 2026 18:00
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 7
inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North
Carolina, and Upstate South Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may
produce isolated power outages due to the weight of the snow on
tree limbs and power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads
and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Very gusty
winds on Saturday could result in areas of blowing snow, causing
very poor visibility.
From: Jan 31, 2026 04:51
Until: Jan 31, 2026 13:00
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and
9 inches. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...A portion of north central South Carolina.
* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.
From: Jan 30, 2026 17:17
Until: Jan 31, 2026 12:15
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and
6 inches. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and south central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
From: Jan 30, 2026 17:17
Until: Jan 31, 2026 12:15
Extreme Cold Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and western Piedmont of
North Carolina, and the Upstate of South Carolina.
* WHEN...From 7 PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero
could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not
taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is
exposed to these temperatures. Pets and livestock will be
endangered by extreme cold if left unprotected for extended
periods.
From: Jan 31, 2026 02:53
Until: Jan 31, 2026 12:00
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and
6 inches. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
From: Jan 30, 2026 06:22
Until: Jan 31, 2026 06:30
Extreme Cold Watch
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as zero possible.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
From: Jan 30, 2026 06:26
Until: Jan 31, 2026 06:30
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and
8 inches. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...A portion of central South Carolina.
* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.
From: Jan 30, 2026 06:22
Until: Jan 31, 2026 06:30
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and
7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North
Carolina, and Upstate South Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may
produce isolated power outages due to the weight of the snow on
tree limbs and power lines. The hazardous conditions could impact
the Friday evening commute.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads
and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Travel
conditions could deteriorate rapidly as early as Friday evening.
Very gusty winds on Saturday could result in areas of blowing
snow, causing very poor visibility.
From: Jan 30, 2026 20:57
Until: Jan 31, 2026 05:00
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and
7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North
Carolina, and Upstate South Carolina.
* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may
produce isolated power outages due to the weight of the snow on
tree limbs and power lines. The hazardous conditions could impact
the Friday evening commute.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads
and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Travel
conditions could deteriorate rapidly as early as Friday evening.
Very gusty winds on Saturday could result in areas of blowing
snow, causing very poor visibility.
From: Jan 30, 2026 16:46
Until: Jan 31, 2026 03:30
Extreme Cold Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North
Carolina, and the Upstate of South Carolina.
* WHEN...From 7 PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero
could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not
taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is
exposed to these temperatures. Pets and livestock will be
endangered by extreme cold if left unprotected for extended
periods.
From: Jan 30, 2026 16:37
Until: Jan 31, 2026 03:00
Winter Storm Watch
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 2 and
4 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Central Savannah River Area and southern Midlands
* WHEN...From Friday evening through Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road
conditions.
From: Jan 29, 2026 17:52
Until: Jan 30, 2026 12:00
