CHARLESTON, S.C. – After a hot and sunny start to the week, Charleston residents should prepare for unsettled weather beginning Tuesday afternoon as storms move across the Lowcountry.
According to the National Weather Service, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected after 2 p.m. Tuesday, bringing gusts up to 24 mph and lightning risks along coastal areas. Storms will remain possible through the evening before clearing late Tuesday night.
Wednesday carries another round of rain, with showers possible after 11 a.m. and a 30 percent chance of thunderstorms into the night. Temperatures will stay seasonably hot, topping out near 89 degrees midweek. By Thursday, storm chances ease slightly, but showers return in force Friday with a 50 percent chance of thunderstorms expected during the day.
The South Carolina coast, including Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, and Folly Beach, should anticipate potential travel delays from sudden downpours. Outdoor events may face interruptions, especially heading into the weekend when rain chances increase to 60 percent.
Residents are advised to monitor weather alerts, avoid flooded streets, and move indoors quickly if thunder is heard. Warnings may be extended as systems linger into Sunday.
Five Day Forecast for Charleston, SC:
- Tuesday: High 88, storms possible after 2 p.m.
- Wednesday: High 89, scattered storms after 11 a.m.
- Thursday: High 89, slight storm chance late.
- Friday: High 86, 50% chance of storms.
- Saturday: High 85, storms likely, 60% chance.
