Update: Snow amounts climb for Beaufort County. Here’s how much we are expected to get
Beaufort County residents planning to take a stroll on the beach Tuesday and Wednesday should be ready to wear their winter coats, boots, hats and mittens, as the chances of snow and freezing rain have increased.
The National Weather Service issued Sunday a winter storm warning for the area, with the county still under a cold weather advisory.
Updated forecasts show much of Beaufort and southern Jasper counties will experience a mix of snow and sleet. Rain falling in the early evening Tuesday will likely turn to snow overnight.
The snow and freezing rain is expected to start from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, with the greatest impacts occurring from 8 p.m. Tuesday into early morning Wednesday. The winter storm warning is expected to lift Wednesday at noon.
The updated snow forecast shows an increase in the amount of snow the area is likely to experience. Much of the county can expect 4 to 6 inches of snow, where previous forecasts predicted up to 3 inches of snow at most. If more sleet falls than expected, it would reduce the amount of snow accumulating on the ground.
The NWS issued a cold weather advisory, which will remain in effect until 10 a.m. Thursday. The wind chills Tuesday and Wednesday night will reach near record lows for the area. Both nights have minimum wind chills expected to reach 16 degrees. During the day, the highs will be in the upper 30s and low 40s.
Meteorologists also warn of melted snow refreezing Wednesday night, resulting in dangerous black ice on the roadways. Those traveling within the next three three days are encouraged to stay updated on current road conditions as well as the forecast.
This story was originally published January 21, 2025 at 9:15 AM.
