The National Weather Service (NWS) in Charleston, SC, has issued a freeze watch for Statesboro, Bulloch County, and other nearby areas, including portions of southeast Georgia and South Carolina. The watch is in effect from late Friday night, November 29, 2024, through Saturday morning as temperatures are expected to drop below freezing.
Expect high temperatures on Friday to only reach into the upper 50's.
What to Expect
- Temperatures: Sub-freezing lows as cold as 30°F are possible.
- Frost Conditions: Frost is likely to develop alongside freezing temperatures.
- Impacts: Frost and freeze conditions could harm crops, sensitive plants, and outdoor plumbing that isn't adequately protected.
Affected Areas
The freeze watch covers a wide region, including:
- Georgia Counties: Bulloch, Jenkins, Screven, Candler, Effingham, Tattnall, Evans, and Inland Bryan.
- South Carolina Counties: Allendale, Hampton, Inland Colleton, Dorchester, Inland Berkeley, and Inland Jasper.
Precautionary Actions
Residents are urged to take measures to protect plants, pets, and outdoor plumbing:
- Plants: Cover tender plants or bring them indoors.
- Plumbing: Insulate exposed outdoor pipes to prevent damage.
- Pets: Ensure animals have access to shelter and warmth.
Timing
The freeze conditions are expected to occur between late Friday night and Saturday morning, with frost forming overnight into the early hours.
Stay updated on weather alerts by monitoring Grice Connect or your favorite weather app for additional NWS Charleston bulletins.
Prepare now to minimize the impacts of this potentially damaging cold snap.
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Statesboro and Surrounding Areas
| Day | Condition | High / Low | Precipitation | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, Nov 29 | AM Clouds / PM Sun | 56° / 27° | 24% | NW 8 mph |
| Saturday, Nov 30 | Sunny | 53° / 26° | 2% | NNW 4 mph |
| Sunday, Dec 1 | Sunny | 58° / 29° | 4% | WNW 6 mph |
| Monday, Dec 2 | Sunny | 54° / 26° | 4% | NW 8 mph |
| Tuesday, Dec 3 | Sunny | 51° / 27° | 2% | NW 5 mph |
| Wednesday, Dec 4 | Sunny | 54° / 35° | 4% | W 5 mph |
Key Highlights:
- Temperatures will remain chilly with lows dipping into the mid-20s.
- Sunny skies are expected through the weekend and into early next week.
- Frost conditions likely overnight, especially Friday and Saturday.
Grice Connect will provide updates as the situation develops.
