Snowmageddon called off on account of rain

It looks like this Snowmageddon has been canceled on account of rain. The latest model runs have shifted any significant wintery mix (freezing rain/ice/snow) inland even more, so the Frogmore Metroplex isn’t likely to see anything but rain. The inland barrens such as Statesboro, Allendale, the other side of I-95 in the Charleston area might see snow flurries between noon and 4pm Sunday but it shouldn’t stick since both air and ground will be above freezing. Still, be careful on the roads, might be some slick spots, especially overnight Sunday/Monday when temperatures drop back below freezing, and flurries are very possible anywhere.

Map showing snow depth (in mm) across a region, with varying shades of blue indicating different snow accumulation levels.

The Mos Eisley (Atlanta area) office of the National Weather Service has this to say:

As far as impacts go…right now we are looking at light accumulations if any at all. The best location for accumulations look to be areas along and south of a Columbus to Forsyth to Greensboro line. These locations should see 0.25" or less through Sun afternoon. Temperatures are also expected to get up into the 40s across this same area Sun so any accumulation will not last to long.

The Frogmore (Charleston) office briefing this morning had this graphic:

Map detailing potential winter weather for Sunday, January 16, 2026, highlighting areas of rain and rain/snow mix. Timing is noted as late Saturday night through Sunday morning with potential impacts including slower commutes and slick sidewalks. Forecast considerations mention warm temperatures limiting snow accumulations.

The key graphic is this one: probabilities of “measurable snowfall” are pretty low – but again note the warning about black ice Monday morning.

Map showing the probability of measurable snowfall in South Carolina through 7 PM on January 16, 2026, with varying percentages depicted across different regions, alongside a weather forecast message highlighting expected rain, temperature changes, and potential for icy conditions.

If you’re looking to take the kids (or yourself) someplace for snow, Asheville area is probably your best bet. Just be careful if you aren’t used to driving in snow/ice conditions!


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