Spartanburg, S.C. – A pale orange dawn breaks over the Blue Ridge foothills, the air cool and dry but the landscape still parched. From Greenville to Gaffney, the smell of dry leaves mixes with a light breeze — a subtle warning ahead of increased fire danger today across Upstate South Carolina.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, gusty west winds near 25 mph, combined with humidity dropping into the 20–30% range, will create ideal conditions for rapid fire spread from late morning through early evening. The Fire Danger Statement remains in effect from 11 a.m. through tonight, covering much of the Upstate, western North Carolina, and northeast Georgia.
Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. If residents must burn debris, they’re urged to keep tools and water nearby, as embers could easily escape control in these dry conditions. The gusty, dry setup will ease by sunset, giving way to calm, clear skies that could set the stage for frost formation by Friday night — especially in valleys and rural pockets near the state line.
Friday turns cooler, with highs in the upper 60s and clear skies through the weekend. Saturday will bring near-perfect fall conditions — crisp mornings, sunny afternoons, and highs in the mid-60s.
By Sunday, clouds begin to build ahead of the next system, with a slight chance of showers late in the day. For now, though, Upstate residents are reminded that even without rain or storms, wind and dryness can pose real fire risks during this autumn stretch toward November.
Five-Day Outlook for Spartanburg, SC:
Thu: 72/41 – Sunny; breezy; fire danger high.
Fri: 69/41 – Mostly clear; early frost possible.
Sat: 66/44 – Mostly sunny; calm and cool.
Sun: 64/47 – Increasing clouds; slight rain chance late.
Mon: 71/48 – Partly sunny; mild.
