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Weather / Winter Weather
Snow Chances in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia
A minor winter weather event is anticipated across parts of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. While not expected to be a major storm, a brief rain-to-snow mix is possible, potentially bringing the first snow in years to some area...
Key Insights
- **Timing:** The best chance of seeing snow is expected between 7 a.m. and noon on Sunday. A second timing window is between 5 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday.
- **Accumulation:** Accumulation is anticipated to be less than one inch, primarily on elevated surfaces such as decks and lawns. A dusting is more likely than higher amounts of snowfall.
- **Areas Affected:**
- Asheville → Greenville → Spartanburg → Anderson → Athens → Atlanta: Light snow possible, minor impact.
- Charlotte → Columbia → Rock Hill → Statesville → Mooresville → Foothills: Snow falling at times with minor impacts; best chance for a surprise higher amount, generally 1–2 inches at most, which could mean a few slick spots.
- **Black Ice:** With any leftover moisture on the roads, black ice could form early Monday morning as temperatures drop into the teens and 20s.
In-Depth Analysis
A complex weather system is bringing the chance of a rain-to-snow mix to the Southeast. The system has been volatile and difficult to forecast, influenced by a small, fast-moving piece of energy high in the atmosphere. Hurricane Hunters sampled the atmosphere to improve model data, which shifted the system farther northwest, bringing parts of southern Alabama, Georgia, and the western Carolinas back into play.
Limited moisture is available, and cold air can get trapped west of the mountains. Totals depend on how quickly rain flips to snow. Light rain may begin shortly after midnight with temperatures near 40°, then gradually cool toward freezing. If enough time is spent in snow, wet snow coating grass and elevated surfaces may occur.
The I-77 corridor, including Charlotte, is being closely watched, where a narrow deformation band could enhance snowfall if it sets up just right. However, pinpointing that feature is difficult.
Overall, this is not expected to be a major storm, and roads should generally be OK, though slick spots are possible where totals approach an inch or more. Another cold blast arrives next week, bringing dangerously cold conditions back to the region. The mountains face the most severe cold, with lows dipping into the single digits and teens Sunday night, Monday night and Tuesday night. The Upstate is also cold with lows in the 20s. Highs are in the 30s and 40s with the coldest day on Tuesday with highs only in the mid 30s to the low 40s. Wind chills could plunge below zero again as strong winds develop behind a powerful high-pressure system.
FAQ
- **Q: How much snow is expected?
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- **Q: Where is snow most likely?
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- **Q: What about black ice?
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Takeaways
- Be aware of the potential for a brief rain-to-snow mix on Sunday morning.
- Exercise caution on roadways, especially early Monday morning, due to the potential for black ice.
- While significant accumulation is unlikely, be prepared for slick spots, especially on elevated surfaces.
- Monitor local weather forecasts for the latest updates.
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