Greenville, South Carolina – Patches of light snow are moving northeast across the Upstate Thursday morning, creating slick travel conditions before temperatures rise later in the day.
According to the National Weather Service office in Greenville-Spartanburg, very light snow will continue through the morning hours, with additional accumulations remaining under one inch. While snowfall amounts are minimal, forecasters warn that patchy black ice is possible until temperatures climb above freezing.
The greatest travel concerns are along major roadways including Interstate 85, Interstate 385, Interstate 26, U.S. 29, and U.S. 123. Bridges, overpasses, shaded areas, and elevated road surfaces are most susceptible to icy spots, especially during the early morning commute.
In areas where temperatures are slightly warmer, light rain may mix with snow or sleet, further increasing the risk of slick pavement. Visibility reductions are expected to be brief and localized, but rapidly changing road conditions may catch drivers off guard.
The National Weather Service indicated that temperatures today will remain about 10 degrees below normal, with highs struggling to recover until later this morning. Cold conditions will return tonight, with lows again running around 10 degrees below seasonal averages.
Motorists are advised to slow down, increase following distance, and use extra caution when braking or turning. Even untreated secondary roads and neighborhood streets may remain slick longer than main highways.
Students, commuters, and young workers traveling during early morning hours may experience the most hazardous conditions. As temperatures warm later this morning, lingering ice and snow are expected to melt, leading to improving travel conditions by midday.
No winter storm warnings were in effect at the time of the update, but drivers are encouraged to remain alert and monitor local conditions until temperatures rise.
