South Carolina – The morning air feels soft and mild across Columbia, with temperatures near 48 degrees under mostly cloudy skies. Streetlights flicker off as patchy fog thins, and calm winds keep the early hours quiet.
Clouds gradually break late this morning. Sunshine takes control by afternoon, pushing highs near 78 degrees. Light, variable winds shift gently, making for a comfortable midday drive along I-20 and I-26.
This is the start of a notable March warm spell. Thursday brings areas of early fog, then mostly sunny skies with highs around 81 degrees. A light southwest breeze develops during the afternoon.
By Friday, Spring Warmth peaks. Expect partly sunny skies and highs near 84 degrees, with only a slight 20% chance of a late-day shower. Most neighborhoods stay dry and warm.
Saturday turns even hotter for early March. Highs climb to about 85 degrees under partly sunny skies. Evening plans look fine, though a 30% chance of showers arrives late Saturday night.
Sunday features a 50% chance of showers after midday with highs in the mid-80s. Keep an eye on changing skies if you have outdoor events. Early next week remains warm, with highs in the lower to mid-80s and periodic shower chances.
Long-range guidance signals above-normal temperatures holding through the 6–10 day outlook. Spring vibes continue building across the Midlands.
Clocks spring ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8. We gain evening daylight, but remember this is the season when brief downpours can leave slick roads after sunset.
Five Day Outlook for Columbia, SC:
Today: Becoming sunny, high 78.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 81.
Friday: Slight shower chance, high 84.
Saturday: Partly sunny, high 85.
Sunday: Showers possible, high mid-80s.
