Periods of heavy rain are expected across the Palmetto State this week. Local flooding is possible, and accumulations should help to prevent the proliferation of drought conditions.
A record setting heat wave is developing over the Mid Atlantic, including over South Carolina, where several days of temperatures in the lower 100s and heat indices near 110 degrees are expected this week.
Today, June 1, is the official start to the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane season, and forecasters and the National Hurricane Center are monitoring the western Caribbean for tropical development.
A Tornado Watch is in effect over the Upstate and a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect over the Midlands Monday afternoon and evening, during which time a line of strong thunderstorms is expected to push through the Palmetto state.
Dangerous surf and gusty winds are forecasted to continue along the Atlantic Coast this week, and unsettled conditions could migrate inland by week's end.
The season's first winter storm is poised to move into portions of upstate South Carolina Sunday, where several inches of snow and sleet are expected. A…