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SC Weather Alert: Charleston, SC Frost Advisory Nov 15–20
Charleston, SC – Frost covered lawns, cold morning air and temperatures dipping into the mid 30s have brought an unusual November chill to the South Carolina coast. But a significant temperature rever
By Grant Holloway · 2026-11-15T10:03:07.577Z
Charleston, SC – Frost covered lawns, cold morning air and temperatures dipping into the mid 30s have brought an unusual November chill to the South Carolina coast. But a significant temperature reversal is developing, with Charleston expected to climb into the 70s before the workweek ends.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a Frost Advisory was in effect until 9 a.m. Sunday, November 15, across portions of coastal South Carolina and southeast Georgia.
The advisory included Charleston, Berkeley, Beaufort, Colleton and Jasper counties in South Carolina, along with inland Chatham and McIntosh counties in Georgia.
Frost Advisory Brings Early Morning Concerns Temperatures in the mid 30s were expected to produce frost away from the immediate coastline.
The National Weather Service warned that frost could damage sensitive outdoor vegetation, particularly uncovered plants and gardens.
At Charleston Executive Airport, temperatures were recorded near 43 degrees early Sunday, with fair skies and light winds.
However, colder inland neighborhoods faced a greater frost risk.
Residents should check vulnerable plants and gardens for cold related damage.
The good news arrives quickly.
Sunday afternoon brings sunshine and temperatures near 59 degrees, providing relief from the early chill.
Monday and Tuesday Bring Gradual Warming Monday, November 16, features mostly sunny skies and highs around 59 degrees.
North winds near 10 mph could maintain a cool feeling, particularly along exposed coastal areas.
Monday night temperatures settle near 46 degrees under partly cloudy skies.
Tuesday brings another improvement, with sunshine pushing afternoon temperatures toward 63 degrees.
North winds increase to 11–13 mph, with occasional gusts reaching 20 mph.
Drivers crossing exposed bridges, including the Ravenel Bridge, should remain attentive to changing wind conditions.
Tuesday night turns mostly clear, with temperatures near 48 degrees.
Wednesday Brings a Noticeable November Warmup By Wednesday, November 18, Charleston reaches approximately 68 degrees under sunny skies.
That's a substantial improvement from the mid 30s temperatures responsible for the regional Frost Advisory.
Wednesday night remains mostly clear, with lows around 52 degrees.
Thursday brings the week's biggest temperature milestone.
Afternoon highs should reach approximately 71 degrees, offering a noticeably warmer November afternoon across the Lowcountry.
The supplied local outlook does not indicate snow, severe thunderstorms or tornado threats during this period.
Charleston's Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, November 16: Mostly sunny, high 59°F. Partly cloudy Monday night, low 46°F. Tuesday, November 17: Sunny, high 63°F. North wind gusts to 20 mph. Mostly clear Tuesday night, low 48°F. Wednesday, November 18: Sunny, high 68°F. Mostly clear Wednesday night, low 52°F. Thursday, November 19: Sunny, high 71°F. Mostly clear Thursday night, low 53°F. Friday, November 20: Mostly sunny, high 72°F. Partly cloudy Friday night, low 54°F. Looking Ahead: November 21 and Beyond Saturday, November 21, continues the milder pattern, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 71 degrees.
Specific six to 10 day temperature and precipitation probabilities were not provided in the supplied outlook.
For now, Charleston's weather story centers on a sharp transition from early frost concerns to warmer afternoons.
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