Charlotte, NC – Frost glistened across lawns and rooftops from Greenville to Charlotte early this morning, marking the Carolinas’ first widespread cold snap of November. The Frost Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg remains in effect until 9 a.m., warning that temperatures as low as 33°F could damage sensitive plants. By sunrise, the chill will ease, setting up a crisp, sunny weekend before clouds and rain return late Sunday.
According to meteorologists at the National Weather Service, calm winds and clear skies helped temperatures drop below freezing in sheltered valleys and along I-85 between Gaffney and Gastonia. Highs will reach the lower 60s today under bright skies before moisture builds again late Sunday as a weak disturbance moves in from the west. Rain chances rise to 40 percent Sunday night, with light showers possible across both states before tapering Monday morning.
Drivers heading along I-77, I-85, or U.S. 321 should expect dry roads through Sunday afternoon, though damp pavement and light fog could develop by daybreak Monday. Rainfall totals should remain low, less than a quarter inch in most locations.
This brief chill marks the transition from fall crispness toward a milder, late-autumn pattern. Highs rebound into the upper 60s by Tuesday with sunshine returning. To be fair, it’s still pleasant weather for early holiday decorating or leaf cleanup before a deeper November cold front looms midmonth — one that could finally hint at early winter air pushing south.
Five-Day Forecast for Charlotte, NC:
Sat: 62/42 – Sunny; cold start, calm breeze.
Sun: 63/45 – Increasing clouds; 40% chance of rain late.
Mon: 63/44 – Partly sunny; clearing after early showers.
Tue: 66/42 – Sunny, mild; pleasant November air.
Wed: 68/44 – Mostly sunny; late-fall warmth returns.
