Columbia, South Carolina – Daily downpours and afternoon storms could disrupt plans across South Carolina through Wednesday, with Columbia seeing the greatest threat of thunderstorms between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. each day.
According to the National Weather Service, chances for showers and thunderstorms will hover between 40% and 60% through midweek, with the heaviest rain and strongest storms expected during the afternoon and early evening. Winds could gust up to 20 mph, particularly during storm activity. While most areas will see less than a tenth of an inch of rain per day, localized downpours could trigger minor flooding in low-lying or poorly drained areas.
In Columbia, today’s high will reach 84°F under partly sunny skies, but conditions may deteriorate quickly in the afternoon. Northeast winds will shift throughout the week, driving unstable air across the Midlands region. Monday and Tuesday nights will remain humid and mostly cloudy, with occasional showers possible before midnight.
Residents are urged to monitor weather alerts and avoid outdoor activity during peak storm hours. Drivers should use caution during brief periods of heavy rain, which could reduce visibility on I-20, I-26, and surrounding roadways.
Storm chances remain elevated through Wednesday night, with more showers likely Thursday.
Five Day Forecast for Columbia, South Carolina:
- Monday: High 84°F, PM storms possible, 50% chance
- Tuesday: High 86°F, scattered storms likely, 50% chance
- Wednesday: High 86°F, storms before and after sunset, 60% chance
- Thursday: High 87°F, scattered thunderstorms, 50% chance
- Friday: High 88°F, continued afternoon storm chances, 50% chance
