South Carolina is seeing two different weather patterns Monday as a stationary front divides the state.
North of the front, somewhat "cooler" and drier air is bringing a refreshing start to the week, with some areas waking up to temperatures in the upper 60s. High pressure near Lexington, Kentucky, is helping push drier air into parts of the state, with the more comfortable conditions expected to continue today and Tuesday.
According to Chief Meteorologist Tim Miller, “If you’re north of the stationary front line, it will be beautiful summer day for you. But if you're south, it's hot and humid with scattered thunderstorms, very soupy summer-like.”
Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach are experiencing more humidity as southwest winds continue along the coast. Those winds will also bring the potential for showers and thunderstorms, with some storms possibly becoming severe, with heavy rain and gusty winds.
Farther west, conditions are expected to remain mostly dry.
Wednesday could bring another change as the stationary front begins to lift north. That will allow moisture to return to all the state, with southwest winds potentially sticking around for several days and bringing more unsettled weather into the weekend. This means a good chance of daily showers and thunderstorms.
Despite the changes in humidity and rain chances, temperatures across much of South Carolina are expected to remain near normal for this time of year.
For those along the coast, the break from the heat may be especially noticeable, with Charleston's heat index expected to fall from recent levels.
For the latest forecast, tune in to Tim Miller's weekday live weather updates at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on SCETV's Facebook and YouTube pages.