South Carolina — Wind cuts across open fields, and leftover snow crunches underfoot near sunrise. Steam rises from rooftops as heaters work overtime across the Upstate. Winter still has a firm grip on Greenville–Spartanburg this morning.
A Winter Storm Warning has just expired, but impacts remain widespread. Light additional snow fell earlier, mainly near Interstate 77 corridors, while strong northwest winds created areas of blowing snow and poor visibility. Many secondary roads remain slick, especially bridges and shaded stretches.
An Extreme Cold Warning stays in effect through mid-morning. Temperatures sit near 16 degrees, but wind chills dip as low as 5 below zero. That cold can cause frostbite on exposed skin in under 30 minutes. Travel is still risky, even after snowfall ends.
Sunshine dominates today, but warmth does not follow. Afternoon highs reach only 30 degrees, and melting stays limited. Any snowmelt refreezes quickly after sunset. Flash freezing remains a major concern for the evening commute and early Monday travel.
Tonight turns mostly clear and bitter. Lows fall near 12 degrees, allowing ice to harden again. Pipes, pets, and exposed plants remain vulnerable. Take time to drip faucets and bring animals indoors.
Monday brings a slow rebound. Sunshine returns with highs near 39 degrees, though shaded roads may stay icy. Monday night remains cold but calmer, with lows near 20.
By Tuesday, the pattern shifts. Clouds increase, and highs climb to 46 degrees as southerly flow develops. Rain becomes likely Tuesday night into Wednesday, with temperatures staying above freezing. That helps melt remaining ice but creates wet road conditions instead.
Nationally, the Great Lakes remain heavily frozen, reinforcing cold air across the East. Meteorologists continue watching additional February systems that could affect the Southeast later this week.
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