Columbia, South Carolina – Strong winds are stirring up hazards across central South Carolina Sunday, especially for boaters along area lakes near Columbia.
A Lake Wind Advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. EDT Sunday, with northeast winds between 10 and 15 mph and gusts up to 30 mph, according to the National Weather Service in Columbia. The advisory spans central South Carolina and portions of eastern Georgia, including Richland, Lexington, and Saluda counties. Local roadways such as U.S. Route 378, which parallels Lake Murray, may see reduced visibility and choppy waters near bridges.
Waves on local lakes could capsize small boats. Officials urge all boaters to wear life jackets and avoid venturing out unless necessary. Expect rough waters especially during the late morning and early afternoon when gusts are strongest.
Sunny skies will continue across the region through Sunday evening, but thunderstorm chances return Sunday night and persist into early next week.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast for Columbia, SC (July 6–July 11):
- Sunday: High 87°F. Thunderstorms likely after 2 PM. Wind gusts up to 29 mph.
- Monday: High 90°F. Sunny, then a 30% chance of afternoon storms. Muggy and warm.
- Tuesday: High 96°F. Scattered storms after 2 PM. Slight nighttime cooldown.
- Wednesday: High 95°F. Afternoon storms remain likely. Humid throughout the day.
- Thursday: High 94°F. Partly sunny with a 60% chance of storms.
