Charleston, SC – A cold front moving into South Carolina this weekend will bring widespread showers and thunderstorms through Monday. The National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts rainfall totals between 0.5 to 1 inch, with the heaviest amounts expected east of Interstate 26.
According to NWS Charleston, the rain will begin Saturday afternoon and continue into early next week. While the threat for severe thunderstorms is low, they cannot be completely ruled out. Scattered showers and storms will intensify late Saturday, gradually decreasing by Monday morning. Rain is expected to be most persistent in coastal areas, particularly from Charleston through the Lowcountry.
For those planning to travel over the weekend, particularly along I-26, be aware of reduced visibility and slick road conditions. No widespread flooding or significant impacts to utilities are anticipated at this time, but drivers should take precautions on wet roads, especially in heavier downpours.
Rainfall is expected to taper off by early Monday, though residual showers may persist. Keep an eye on any updates from local authorities as the cold front approaches.
