Greenville, South Carolina – Increasing cloud cover today across Upstate South Carolina is setting the stage for rain developing overnight, potentially affecting early Saturday travel.
According to the National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg, clouds will thicken throughout Thursday, with temperatures remaining mild for early January. Daytime highs are expected to reach the upper 50s to lower 60s across much of the region, warmer than Wednesday.
Rain chances increase tonight, with showers developing first in western counties late this evening. The National Weather Service indicates rain is expected to spread eastward overnight, reaching central and eastern portions of the Upstate after midnight and into the early morning hours Saturday.
Overnight low temperatures are forecast to remain in the low to mid-40s, limiting any cold-weather hazards. No winter precipitation or severe weather is expected with this system.
Timing varies by location, with rain beginning as early as late evening in mountain-adjacent areas and closer to daybreak for eastern counties. The rain is expected to be light to moderate, with no flooding concerns noted at this time.
The mild conditions and increasing clouds mark a shift from clearer weather earlier this week. Residents planning overnight travel or early Saturday morning commutes may encounter wet roads, particularly between midnight and sunrise.
The National Weather Service advises staying aware of changing conditions overnight, especially for drivers traveling across the region before sunrise.
This pattern reflects a typical early January setup for the Southeast, with moisture increasing ahead of a weak weather system and temperatures remaining above seasonal averages.
