From the archive: the brief published on Thursday, July 23, 2026.
Dangerous afternoon heat, clear skies hold through sunset
High of 93, heat index 106, dry the whole way through. SW 8-13 mph holds light, thick sticky air by midday, water near 85 F. Tomorrow brings a higher storm chance after the front moves in.
In town today: Charleston Riverdogs vs. Wilson Warbirds at Joe Riley Stadium. Joe Riley Stadium hosts the Riverdogs tonight. Grab tickets for an easy evening under the lights after the heat breaks.