Greenville is under a cloudy, muggy pattern this Thursday afternoon, with humid conditions in place. Scattered showers are already sliding through, and thunderstorms are expected to become more widespread later today and into tonight. Brief heavy downpours could lead to quick ponding and reduced visibility on area roads, so drivers should be ready for sudden slowdowns.
This Afternoon Through Tonight
Showers may pop up at times this afternoon, with storm chances increasing through the afternoon and ongoing chances into the evening and overnight. New rainfall amounts this afternoon are generally expected between a half inch and an inch, with a swath of 1 to 2 inches possible and locally higher amounts up to 2 to 4 inches (with isolated totals near 3 inches possible) where storms repeatedly move over the same spots.
A Flood Watch remains in effect through this evening for much of western North Carolina, while the exact corridor of heaviest rain is still uncertain. Forecasters say a slow-moving boundary combined with abundant tropical moisture is keeping the threat alive. For the latest zone-by-zone forecast and any updated watches or warnings, check the local office of the National Weather Service and the current National Weather Service Flood Watch.
Commute And Weekend Outlook
Plan on ponding in low spots and underpasses this evening and allow extra time for a slower rush-hour drive. Never drive through standing water - follow the "Turn Around, Don't Drown" guidance from Ready.gov. Patchy fog is possible Friday morning in areas that pick up heavier rain, and more showers and storms are likely through Friday.
A hotter, drier pattern is expected to return early next week, with highs climbing into the 90s, according to local forecasts from FOX Carolina.
