Spartanburg, South Carolina – Strong storms could strike the Upstate region Tuesday night, with damaging wind gusts and large hail possible across areas west of I-26.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, severe thunderstorms may develop late Tuesday into early Wednesday, primarily targeting western Carolinas and northeast Georgia. A hazardous weather outlook remains in place, with the highest impact expected from 6 p.m. Tuesday through early Wednesday morning. The threat includes damaging winds, hail, and a slight chance of an isolated tornado—especially near the mountains and foothills.
If you’re traveling on I-26 or living in higher elevation areas Tuesday evening, take extra precautions. Secure outdoor items, charge devices ahead of time, and avoid unnecessary driving during active storms. While confidence in widespread severe activity remains low, localized storm cells could intensify rapidly as they move through the region.
On Monday, the area stays calm and warm, with mostly sunny skies and highs reaching 85°F. Tuesday continues the summer-like pattern, peaking at 86°F under partly sunny skies before storms build late.
Here’s a look at the extended 5-day forecast for Spartanburg:
- Tuesday Night: 50% chance of storms, low around 68°F.
- Wednesday: Slight chance of early showers, then sunny, high near 84°F.
- Thursday: Sunny and cooler, high near 78°F.
- Friday: Mostly clear, low near 53°F, daytime highs near 73°F.
- Saturday: Dry and mild, highs in the upper 70s.
