Columbia, South Carolina – Summer heat is bearing down hard on central South Carolina, with heat index values reaching a scorching 109° through 8 p.m. Tuesday. Residents across Columbia and nearby highways like I-26 and I-20 are urged to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Columbia, a Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday for central South Carolina and parts of east-central Georgia. The combination of triple-digit temperatures and high humidity is creating a dangerous situation for heat exhaustion and stroke.
Anyone without access to air conditioning should limit outdoor exposure, wear light clothing, and drink water frequently. Pet owners are reminded never to leave animals in vehicles, as interior temps can turn deadly in minutes.
Wednesday brings another hot, stormy pattern, with a high near 100° and increasing clouds by mid-afternoon. Scattered thunderstorms are possible after 3 p.m., potentially bringing brief but heavy downpours.
Looking ahead, rain chances increase Thursday and Friday, with highs sticking in the low to mid-90s. Storms may pop up each afternoon, offering brief relief but adding lightning and flood hazards to the heat.
⚠️ What’s Next: Dangerous heat lingers through Wednesday with storms ramping up late week. Stay tuned for additional advisories.
🌤️ 5-Day Columbia, SC Forecast (June 24–June 29)
- Tuesday: High near 101°, heat index up to 109°, becoming partly cloudy
- Wednesday: High near 100°, chance of storms after 3 p.m. (40%)
- Thursday: High near 93°, scattered thunderstorms (30%)
- Friday: High near 94°, continued storm chances (30%)
- Saturday: High near 94°, humid with afternoon storm potential (30%)
