Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina drivers and weekend planners can count on bright skies through Saturday, but showers loom by Sunday night. Temperatures will climb into the low 80s, giving Columbia and the Midlands a window of fall sunshine before conditions shift.
According to the National Weather Service in Columbia, northeast winds today may gust up to 22 mph, but skies remain clear with highs near 77. Friday continues sunny with highs around 79, while Saturday tops out near 81. Conditions stay safe for travel on I-26, I-77, and across the Midlands through Saturday afternoon.
Sunday brings the first real change. A 30% chance of showers arrives after 2 p.m., and heavier clouds may build into the evening. This could impact late-weekend road travel and outdoor activities across Richland, Lexington, and surrounding counties. Monday’s pattern looks similar, with another 30% chance of showers after 2 p.m.
For now, residents can enjoy several days of dry weather—ideal for outdoor events, football tailgates, and even early Halloween decorating. Authorities urge drivers to stay alert Sunday evening as wet roads could reduce visibility. Keep devices charged and check weather alerts before planning travel late in the weekend.
More showers are possible through Tuesday night, but the region warms into the mid-80s by Wednesday under partly sunny skies.
Five Day Forecast for Columbia, SC
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 77. Gusts up to 22 mph.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 79. Calm winds.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 81.
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy, high near 81. Showers possible after 2 p.m. (30%).
- Monday: Partly sunny, high near 83. Showers possible after 2 p.m. (30%).
