Strong Winds Anticipated in the Carolinas by Week’s End
Weather forecasts for the Carolinas indicate that strong winds are expected by the end of the week. A drop in temperatures is on the horizon, particularly in the mountainous regions.
Conditions for Thursday Night
As temperatures descend to the teens in the mountains, areas outside the mountains can anticipate lows in the mid-20s. Motorists should be cautious of icy spots, especially due to lingering snow on the roads in northwestern counties and the likelihood of patchy freezing fog.
Winter Weather Advisory
From Friday afternoon until Saturday morning, a winter weather advisory has been issued for the mountains. Accumulating snow will create slick road conditions. A passing chance of showers exists for other parts of the Carolinas, but many areas are likely to remain dry.
Wind Activity Forecast
Winds are anticipated to increase significantly from Friday night into the weekend. Western counties are under a high wind watch, with gusts predicted to reach up to 65 mph. Such strong winds could result in downed trees and power lines.
Wind Chill and Safety Concerns
In the mountains, wind chills could plummet below zero, while foothill communities may experience wind chills in the single digits. The Charlotte Metro area is expected to have wind chills in the teens on Saturday morning.
Weekend Weather Outlook
As the weekend progresses, winds are expected to ease as high pressure builds in from the east. Saturday will bring ample sunshine, with afternoon temperatures reaching the mid to upper 40s. Due to dry and windy conditions, there is an elevated risk for fire hazards, making outdoor burning inadvisable.
Looking Ahead
Sunday will start off cold but warm up slightly during the day under partly sunny skies. The forecast for next week looks promising, with temperatures expected to rise into the mid-60s by Wednesday.
Forecast Summary
- Friday: Cold start; winds increase; snow expected in the mountains.
- Weekend: Very cold mornings; dry and chilly afternoons.
- Next Week: Temperatures warming up; highs in the 60s by mid-week.
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