From the archive: the brief published on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
Dangerous afternoon heat, storms after 2 PM
High of 95, low of 82, with heat index climbing to 112 by midday. SW 7-15 mph holds through the afternoon while the sky stays mostly sunny until storms build after 2 PM. Water temps near 85 F keep the harbor bath-warm for early swims.
In town today: Matt Maeson: Watch My Step Tour at The Charleston Music Hall, 8 PM. Matt Maeson: Watch My Step Tour plays The Charleston Music Hall at 8 PM. A solid evening option once the heat breaks and storms clear.