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SC Weather Alert: Spartanburg 71° to 34° Drop Nov. 9-14
South Carolina's Upstate is heading toward a noticeable November temperature reversal, with 70 degree afternoons giving way to lows near freezing by Friday night.
By Audrey Sloan · 2026-11-08T10:26:18.986Z
South Carolina's Upstate is heading toward a noticeable November temperature reversal, with 70 degree afternoons giving way to lows near freezing by Friday night.
Spartanburg, Boiling Springs, Greer and surrounding communities can expect several comfortable afternoons before colder conditions settle across the region.
The most significant change arrives late in the week, when temperatures could fall to just 34 degrees.
According to the National Weather Service Greenville Spartanburg office, sunny and dry conditions will dominate much of the week before temperatures begin falling Thursday and Friday.
Warm November Weather Continues Through Wednesday Monday, Nov. 9, brings sunshine and a high near 71 degrees.
Northwest winds of 5 to 8 mph should keep conditions pleasant for outdoor activities, with temperatures falling near 40 degrees Monday night.
Tuesday remains sunny, with highs around 70 degrees.
Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, continues the comfortable pattern with sunshine and temperatures reaching approximately 70 degrees.
For residents planning outdoor ceremonies, yardwork or fall cleanup, the first half of the week offers favorable conditions.
Thursday Signals the Beginning of a Cooldown Thursday, Nov. 12, remains mostly sunny, although afternoon temperatures ease toward 67 degrees.
That is slightly cooler than the earlier 70 degree afternoons.
By Thursday night, temperatures fall toward 42 degrees as mostly cloudy skies develop.
The sharper change arrives Friday.
Friday Night Could Bring Temperatures Near Freezing Friday, Nov. 13, brings mostly sunny skies but noticeably cooler temperatures, with highs reaching only 56 degrees.
That represents a 15 degree decline from Monday's predicted high.
Friday night becomes the coldest period in the supplied outlook, with temperatures falling near 34 degrees.
Although Spartanburg's forecast remains slightly above freezing, residents should watch for updated temperature guidance.
Sensitive plants can become vulnerable when temperatures approach freezing, especially in sheltered locations where conditions may differ from official forecast points.
No frost advisory or freeze warning is indicated for Friday night in the supplied forecast.
The dry outlook also means no rain, snow or ice is currently predicted for Spartanburg through Saturday.
Weekend Brings Continued Fall Chill Saturday, Nov. 14, brings sunshine with highs near 55 degrees.
That is approximately 16 degrees cooler than Monday afternoon.
Drivers along Interstate 85, Interstate 26 and U.S. Route 29 should not expect precipitation related travel disruptions based on the current outlook.
However, colder mornings may require additional time for vehicle warmups and clearing condensation from windshields.
The temperature shift is also a reminder that late November can bring additional cold spells as Thanksgiving approaches.
There is currently no confirmed snow or winter storm threat for Spartanburg in the supplied forecast.
Spartanburg Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, Nov. 9: Sunny, high 71°F, low 40°F. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Sunny, high 70°F, low 44°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Sunny for Veterans Day, high 70°F, low 47°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Mostly sunny, high 67°F, low 42°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Mostly sunny, high 56°F, low 34°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Sunny, with a high near 55°F.
The latest National Weather Service updates will help determine whether Friday night's temperatures trend closer to freezing.
Are you enjoying Spartanburg's warm November afternoons, or are you ready for colder weather before Thanksgiving? Tell us what temperatures you're seeing across the Upstate.