SPARTANBURG, S.C. – A gray, restless sky stretches over the Upstate this Sunday morning as a line of fast-moving showers builds along the Blue Ridge. Leaves scatter across driveways, and a humid south breeze signals the day’s change ahead — the last push of warmth before fall air returns. By midafternoon, showers and a few thunderstorms will sweep through Greenville, Spartanburg, and Gaffney, briefly bringing gusty winds and downpours that could slow travel along I-85 and Highway 29.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, storms will arrive between 2 and 6 p.m. from west to east. Some may produce wind gusts up to 30 mph and brief lightning, especially north of I-40 and through the foothills. While severe weather is not widespread, residents should secure outdoor items, check for localized ponding on roads, and keep a close watch for quick bursts of heavy rain.
Once the front clears, skies turn sharply calmer. Monday dawns clear and crisp with highs near 70°F and light northwest breezes. Sunshine continues into Tuesday and Wednesday, delivering a perfect stretch of fall days — ideal for outdoor work, leaf cleanup, or early Halloween prep. Nights cool steadily, dipping into the low 40s by midweek with a hint of mountain frost possible north of Asheville.
By late week, temperatures moderate again under steady sunshine. After today’s quick burst of unsettled weather, the Carolinas settle into a tranquil rhythm of clear skies, cool mornings, and mild afternoons — the kind of early fall balance that doesn’t last long but feels just right.
Five-Day Forecast for Spartanburg, SC:
Sun: 70/45 – Showers and a few storms; gusty winds early.
Mon: 70/43 – Sunny and cool; crisp morning air.
Tue: 76/48 – Bright skies; light southwest breeze.
Wed: 70/42 – Sunny; cool nights, fall feel.
Thu: 70/42 – Mostly sunny; pleasant and calm.
