Potential severe thunderstorms predicted on Hilton Head. Here’s when they’re expected
Following a few balmy summer-like days, potential thunderstorms ahead of a cold front could rattle the Lowcountry on Thursday.
Beginning Thursday afternoon and lasting into the evening, numerous and scattered storms are forecast to develop and have the possibility of producing damaging wind gusts and large hail, according the National Weather Service’s Charleston Office.
Strong wind gusts can down tree limbs, result in power outages and make travel — especially on bridges and overpasses — difficult. According to the NWS, winds could gust up to 23 mph and up to an inch of rain could fall in Beaufort County on Thursday, the service said.
The service’s Storm Prediction Center highlighted the Lowcountry at a “slight risk” for the possibility of severe storms developing. A “slight risk” means scattered and severe thunderstorms are possible but will be short-lived and isolated, according to the NWS.
Frank Strait, the state’s severe weather liaison, said Friday is the “best bet” for when the cold front will move in.
“The front may move slower than expected and arrive later. It may move slowly enough that we’re still dealing with unsettled weather into next Saturday,” Strait said. “Cooler air will return next weekend behind this front.”
Thursday - Sunday temperatures
Thursday: High near 92. Low around 71.
Friday: High near 85. Low around 63.
Saturday: High near 81. Low around 63.
Sunday: High near 83. Low around 63.
This story was originally published May 7, 2024 at 11:27 AM.
